Description: This football has been signed by 49 1967 Chicago Bears and Old-Timers in black marker. Highlights include Brian Piccolo, Rudy Kuechenberg, Joe Fortunato, Phil Handler, and Hall of Fame inductees George Halas (Owner/Coach), Sid Luckman, Dick Butkus and George Connor. PSA notes there are 11 unidentifiable signatures. The Bears finished with a 7–6–1 record, earning them a second-place finish in the newly formed Central Division within the NFL's Western Conference. 1967 also marked the final season with George Halas as the team's head coach. Halas, one of the founders of the NFL, continued as the owner of the franchise until his death in 1983. What makes this football very important is that Piccolo was only about 24 years old when he signed it. He died at 26 from embryonal cell carcinoma, an aggressive form of germ cell testicular cancer, first diagnosed after it had spread to his chest cavity. Piccolo was the subject of the 1971 TV movie Brian's Song and was portrayed by James Caan. The ball is fully inflated and holds air.Comes with full letter PSA DNA COA. Bag #5 Welcome to Showpieces Sports. We offer the finest in Sports Memorabilia and autographs. Shipping is always fast and free. If you have any questions please message us through ebay.
Price: 4995 USD
Location: Deal, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-11-21T18:41:30.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Sport: Football
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)
Original/Reprint: Original
Product: Ball
Team: Chicago Bears
