Lute Olson
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame head coach, University of Arizona · Basketball - NCAA
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Era
Circa 2008, late career inscription
Item Type
Recreational baseball stamped China BLR5 with blue paint pen inscription
Condition
Very Good; clean baseball surface but the signature is executed in thick, bleeding paint pen
Overall Assessment
An intriguing item featuring a Hall of Fame coach on an unconventional object. The primary strength is the legible 2008 date inscription, while the main concern is the heavy paint pen medium. The sensible next step is submission to a trusted third-party authenticator.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$20 to $50 unauthenticated, potentially $100 to $200 if certified genuine due to the niche collector market for basketball coaches on baseballs.
AI can make mistakes. This estimate is for general guidance only, not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on authentication, condition, provenance, and market demand.
Get It Authenticated
JSA or PSA/DNA are recommended, expecting standard fees around $25 to $50 and a few weeks turnaround before selling or insuring.