Lou Gehrig Signed 1930's Postcard by George Burke
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Lou Gehrig signed 1930's 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 Postcard by Photographer George Burke. This is an iconic photo of the Ironhorse. When it comes to sports figures, there have been few who by virtue of their character transcend their physical talent and the sporting world itself and become American cultural icons. In his illustrious career shortened by tragedy, Lou Gehrig embodied the American cultural values of the era in which he thrived. While he spent much of his career in the incredible shadow of Babe Ruth, eventually Lou Gehrig would emerge from his Ruthian shadow and personify the values of the 1930’s. Amidst a world of uncertainty caused by the threat of war and a continuing economic depression, Lou Gehrig stood as a testimony of certainty- playing in 2,130 games until Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) put a sudden and tragic end to his playing days. His rise from a modest upbringing coupled with his moral fiber and adherence to copybook maxims would serve both as a rags-to-riches story and a testimony to what hard work and personal strength could accomplish. This item comes with a letter of authenticity issued by Autograph Certification Experts.
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Lou Gehrig Signed 1930's Postcard by George Burke
Estimate $25,000 - $30,000
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