November Catalog Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/18/2012
Don Maynard will forever be remembered as Joe Namath's favorite target, and one of the cornerstones of the 1969 Jets team that defeated the Colts in Super Bowl III. However, that offers only a glimpse into the greatness of Maynard. Don Maynard finished his career with 633 receptions for 11,834 yards and 88 touchdowns. His 18.7 yards per catch is the highest for anyone with at least 600 receptions. He was rewarded for his efforts by with an induction into the football Hall of Fame in 1987 and by being one of only two players to have his number retired by the Jets (Namath being the other) We offer an incredibly rare and almost never seen 1969-72 vintage NY Jets game worn durene jersey (Jets road). Jersey is complete with a blood stain on the front, and an autograph on the back. Some details on the jersey from the MEARS A-10 cert "1969-72 Don Maynard New York Jets Road Game Jersey
Dating 1969-72: Per the style of the Sand Knit tag and the playing career of Don Maynard, this jersey dates to the 1969-72 time span. The style of the Sand Knit tag has been verified as correct when compared to other examples in the MEARS database.
Physical Examination: Examination of the inner jersey reveals that the stitching to the nameplate numerals (front, back, sleeves) are all original with no signs of restoration. Introduction to a black light reveals no foreign substances have been introduced.
Game Wear: Jersey shows moderate game wear, with visible puckering to the outer edges of the numerals.
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Customizations: The accompanying image verifies that Maynard cut his sleeves directly below the numerals and they had a tendency to curl in that area.
Final Grade MEARS A10. Jersey comes with full LOA and worksheet from Mears (A10) and autograph certified by PSA/DNA. Multiple images and full LOAs available at goldinauctions.com.