Signed Leather football, Pele, in silver ink-marker, rates 9/10. Signature authenticated and databased by a third party. Signed Photograph, Pele, in black sharpie, rates 9/10. The inscription reads: 'Good Luck, Pele'. Framed,de-mirrored museum grade glass (UV protected 98%), acid-free museum grade passe-partout. Signature authenticated and databased by a third party. Not studied outside the frame. Edson Arantes do Nascimento (1940), known as Pele, is a Brazilian former professional soccer player. Regarded as one of the greatest players of all time and labeled the greatest by FIFA, he was among the most successful and popular sports figures of the 20th century. During his playing days, Pele was one of the best-paid athletes in the world. Averaging almost a goal per game throughout his career, Pele was adept at striking the ball with either foot in addition to anticipating his opponent's movements on the field. In Brazil, he is hailed as a national hero for his accomplishments in football and for his outspoken support of policies that improve the social conditions of the poor. His emergence at the 1958 World Cup where he became the first black global sporting star was a source of inspiration.Provenance: Private Belgian CollectorPicture authenticated by JSA with the number Q60604.Ball authenticated by OSA with the number AD40226. (16,5 x 24,5 x 21 cm)