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Lot #8164
Bob Lemon 1946 Cleveland Indians Signed Player Contract

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Description

Contract, signed “Robert G. Lemon,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.5 x 11, January 30, 1946. American League uniform player’s contract in which Bob Lemon agrees to render "skilled service as a baseball player…during the year 1946" for the Cleveland Indians, for a monthly salary of $800. Signed at the conclusion in blue ink by Lemon and countersigned by Indians General Manager Roger Peckinpaugh. The reverse is signed by American League President William Harridge. In fine condition. 1946 was Lemon's first full season on the way to a Hall of Fame career. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Sports
  • Dates: #567 - Ended November 21, 2019