Overtime Christmas Auction #9
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/5/2006
Obtained directly from Jean Beliveau but not offered when we auctioned off Mr. Beliveau's collection in February of 2005, these big scrapbook pages measure 15" by 23" and are plastered on both sides with newspaper clippings from towards the end of the Canadiens' legend's career. We estimate the total at well over 100 unfolded sheets, with the actual total likely closer to 150. The clippings are almost entirely from French publications. Plenty of coverage of the Habs' surprise upset of the Bruins in the 1971 playoffs and their later Stanley Cup triumph. Also, lots to do with "Jean Beliveau Night", as well as the re-opening of the Forum in 1968. A small pile of cut but not glued clippings is also included and the winning bidding may also decide if he/she would like the wooden chest that contains the entertaining material. Fun stuff from one of hockey's all-time greats.
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