sports Near-mint example of Wayne Gretzky’s rookie card 876. 1979 Topps #18 Wayne Gretzky RC PSA NM 7. Graded by PSA NM 7. A fantas-
tic example of Wayne Gretzky’s rookie card, with great gloss, bright colors, and nice edges and corners. This reasonably well-centered example shows the budding superstar—billed as “the best prospect to turn professional since Guy Lafleur”—in his first year with the Edmonton Oilers, ready to turn hockey on its head. In his debut season at just 19 years old, Gretzky tied for the league-lead in points and was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL’s MVP. Starting Bid $200
Before he was King—Spalding basketball signed by a 17-year-old Lebron James
877. LeBron James Signed Basketball. Official NBA indoor/outdoor Spalding basketball signed on a panel in blue felt tip by a 17-year-old LeBron James, who adds his number, “23,” and an inscription to “Ervin.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by two photos taken at the time of the signing: March 24, 2002, in the main concourse of the Parmatown Mall in Cleveland, Ohio. Signed by LeBron before he even graduated high school, this is an enormously desirable hardwood keepsake backed by rock solid visual provenance. Starting Bid $300
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