This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 5/21/2006.
In one of the most captivating summers in the history of baseball, "61 in '61" became the catchphrase of an era. Chasing the most hallowed record in baseball, unlikely hero Roger Maris edged out his more glorious teammate Mickey Mantle to capture the crown. This Reach OAL Cronin baseball has been signed in blue ink by the immortal '61 Yankees home run duo, Mickey Mantle (sweet spot) and Roger Maris. Ball shows some surface wear with light spotting, with the strong Mantle signature grading a near 9 and the Maris an 8. The League/President's stamp and manufacturer's stamp show some fading but are clearly legible. Accompanied by a LOA from James Spence Authentication.