1965 Sports Illustrated Arnold Palmer Jack Nicklaus Double Signed JSA CB14441

$595 · Offered by eBay

THE BIG DUEL AT THE MASTERS This original April 5, 1965 Sports Illustrated cover features Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus beneath the unforgettable headline, “The Big Duel at the Masters.” Both men personally signed the cover, creating a remarkable combination of golf history, iconic photography, and authenticated autographs. Arnold Palmer. Jack Nicklaus. The Masters. Sports Illustrated. Few pieces bring together so much of the game’s history in one image. THE SIGNATURES Jack Nicklaus signed across the upper portion of the image, while Arnold Palmer signed prominently across the lower portion. Both autographs are dark, smooth, and highly visible. The signatures have not been numerically graded, but their strong appearance makes them potential grading candidates. JSA AUTHENTICATED James Spence Authentication Certification: CB14441 Signed by Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus Two authenticated signatures JSA authentication accompanies the piece WHY THIS PIECE STANDS OUT Palmer autographs can be found. Nicklaus autographs can be found. Vintage Sports Illustrated covers can be found. Finding Palmer and Nicklaus together on an original 1965 Masters-themed Sports Illustrated cover, signed by both and authenticated by JSA, is far more distinctive. Sports Illustrated called it “The Big Duel at the Masters.” Then both legends signed it. DISPLAY APPEAL The framed presentation gives the cover strong wall presence while helping protect the original vintage paper. Ideal for: Golf collections

  • Publisher: Sports Illustrated
  • Year: 1965
  • Condition: Very Good

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