Lot #1864
Ty Cobb

Five months before his death, Cobb sounds optimistic: “I am very well now, not myself of 4 years ago, but up and about and gaining every week. Your letter brings back old recollections mentioning all the old days”

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Five months before his death, Cobb sounds optimistic: “I am very well now, not myself of 4 years ago, but up and about and gaining every week. Your letter brings back old recollections mentioning all the old days”

ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, February 8, 1961. Letter to a friend, written just five months before his passing. In full, “Nice of you to think of me. I am very well now, not myself of 4 years ago, but up and about and gaining every week. Your letter brings back old recollections mentioning all the old days. Hope my stay in hospital now over. Appreciate your sentiment.” Expected folds, some scattered light toning and a few creases, otherwise fine condition. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA, COA Mike Gutierrez/Global, and R&R COA.

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Dates: #300 - Ended August 17, 2005

Lot #1864 Ty Cobb

Five months before his death, Cobb sounds optimistic: “I am very well now, not myself of 4 years ago, but up and about and gaining every week. Your letter brings back old recollections mentioning all the old days”

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Five months before his death, Cobb sounds optimistic: “I am very well now, not myself of 4 years ago, but up and about and gaining every week. Your letter brings back old recollections mentioning all the old days”

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Lot #1864
Ty Cobb