Thanks all. I bought this one the day after I knew I got screwed on the first one I posted. This will be a gift to my son. This ball included a letter on how it was acquired from the seller when he was 12 years old and handed the ball to Mr. Mantle. I believed him but needed some piece of mind before I give it to my son. Buyer Protection has saved me on the first ball. Thanks again for your help. And I now know where to find the maverick when comes to Mr. Mantle. Cheers!