Official Wilson AFCRT college-style football signed in black felt tip on a side panel beneath the presidential seal, “Ronald Regan.” In fine condition, with some scattered light discoloration to the slightly under-inflated ball.
The 40th president paid homage to one of his most famous screen roles as George Gipp in the film Knute Rockne, All American. According to our consignor, this football was signed shortly after Reagan authorized a bill for the college football coaches retirement fund, and is one of less than half a dozen in private hands. The ball presented to the chief executive is now kept at his presidential library in California. Reagan undoubtedly enjoyed seeing this marriage of the executive office with the gridiron, creating a collectible that spans sports, politics, and film. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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