Rickey Henderson
MLB Hall of Fame Left Fielder · Baseball - MLB
Oakland Athletics
Era
Modern Era - circa 1990s to present
Item Type
Baseball
Condition
Excellent; slight toning on the ball surface
Rarity
Common; Henderson is a prolific signer
Overall Assessment
A classic, authentic example of a baseball legend's signature on his primary item type
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic - Confidence level 95%
Signature Style
Stylized monogram; shorthand loop style
Signature Characteristics
Fast, high-velocity ink flow with consistent pressure and no hesitation
Ink & Medium
Black fiber-tip marker (Sharpie)
Item Description
Single-signed baseball with red stitching
Estimated Value
$60 to $120 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard post-career 'shorthand' Henderson exemplars perfectly
Authentication Tips
Look for the sharp 'Z' angle at the top and the fluid curve of the 'h'
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Obtained from a private signing or at a ballpark
Historical Context
Signed by baseball's all-time stolen base and runs leader
Market Trends
Stable; Henderson remains a legendary figure for collectors
Investment Potential
Moderate to low; high supply limits rapid appreciation
Similar Autographs
Tim Raines, Lou Brock, Jose Canseco
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protected acrylic cube away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Rickey often referred to himself in the third person while signing