Vic Power (Victor Pellot)
7-time All-Star and 7-time Gold Glove Winner · Baseball - MLB
Cleveland Indians / Kansas City Athletics / Minnesota Twins
Era
Late life/Retirement era - circa 1990s-2005
Item Type
Signed Baseball
Condition
Good to Very Good; noticeable yellowing/toning of the ball surface and a small brown stain on the bottom panel
Rarity
Moderate; Power was a frequent signer at card shows and through the mail until his death in 2005
Overall Assessment
A genuine, affordable piece of baseball history from a defensive legend; ideally suited for a personal collection
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic with high confidence
Signature Style
Stylized first name with a simplified, connected last name scrawl
Signature Characteristics
Capital 'V' is sharp with a high trailing whip; 'Power' is often reduced to a 'P' followed by a wavy line
Ink & Medium
Black felt-tip permanent marker (Sharpie) on a synthetic or leather-covered baseball
Item Description
A non-official or souvenir-grade baseball featuring red stitching; used as a canvas for a single-panel autograph
Estimated Value
$30 - $60 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with late-era certified examples where his 'Vic' became more legible than 'Power'
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinctive 'V' which often resembles a 'U' or 'L' and the long crossing horizontal bar
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA
Red Flags
No significant red flags; ink absorption into the grain suggests natural application
Provenance Notes
Often found in collections of 1950s-60s enthusiasts or those who attended Puerto Rican winter league games
Historical Context
One of the greatest defensive first basemen in MLB history and a key figure in the integration of the American League
Market Trends
Stable; as a pioneer for Latin American players, his items maintain a niche base of historical collectors
Investment Potential
Low; primarily a sentimental or completionist piece for Indian/Twins fans or Gold Glove collectors
Similar Autographs
Minnie Miñoso, Orlando Cepeda, Roberto Clemente (higher tier)
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protected ball cube; avoid high humidity to prevent further staining and 'bleeding' of the marker
Interesting Facts
He was known for his flashy style, including catching fly balls one-handed, which was controversial at the time