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Mickey Mantle help

Hi guys I keep reading your blogs but I still can't tell the difference.

If I could get your opinion on this mantle it would be great.

Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Null on February 18, 2014 at 1:55pm

authentic

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Permalink Reply by Null on February 18, 2014 at 1:58pm

Here's another authentic example, same magazine, this one is PSA/DNA certified:

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Permalink Reply by Randy on February 18, 2014 at 2:05pm

Authentic.

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Permalink Reply by terrier8HOF on February 18, 2014 at 2:31pm

both are great pieces. I have the magazine, but no signatures.

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Permalink Reply by Mykaphobic on February 18, 2014 at 2:37pm

Sweet. I've had it for a long time and always feared I would get bad news that it wasn't real.

Any rough idea about a value and is it worth sending it to PSA (increased value wise)

Thanks again

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Permalink Reply by Null on February 18, 2014 at 2:45pm

The PSA/DNA one I posed is listed on eBay for $1,300 BIN from presspasscollectibles which is overpriced IMO. (And why it hasn't sold)

The "No. 7" helps, but not THAT much. I think alot depends on the condition of the magazine, as it is has some additional historical value. If you plan on reselling, I would probably get a PSA/DNA or JSA LOA for it. (don't let them put their f'n sticker on the front). I think on this particular piece the cert would bring $100+ (cert cost) value to the auction, making it worthwhile.

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Permalink Reply by Null on February 18, 2014 at 2:49pm

Uncerted I'd say anywhere from $150-$275. With PSA/DNA or JSA LOA $250-$450 if you're lucky. IMHO.

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Permalink Reply by Mykaphobic on February 18, 2014 at 2:54pm

Thanks a lot Ryan.

One last thing, mine is actually a photo of the magazine.
So its only a photo, not a real magazine.
Does this kill the value somewhat.

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Permalink Reply by Randy on February 18, 2014 at 3:05pm

Yes, it hurts the value greatly. Probably half or so.

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Permalink Reply by Null on February 18, 2014 at 4:31pm

Yes quite a bit... Now you're just looking at normal 8x10 flat prices... $115-$175 uncertified (No. 7 may get you closer to $175ish), $200-$300 certed. Thus, probably not worth the $100 to cert it. IMHO. You may want to make sure you don't have a reprint... Make sure it's actually signed, shine a flashlight on it and look for the metallic glare.