Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - March 2007
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/27/2007
For Guy Lafleur and Montreal Canadiens jersey freaks comes this scarce Habs style worn by the 1970s’ most electrifying player as he was about to crank up the electricity and begin a run of a record six consecutive 50-or-more goal seasons, starting with a breakout year of 53 in 1974-75. Tie-neck style durene jersey looks to have the original lace making its way through the six eyelets, while an old gold, silver and black Maska company tag is in the neck. Somewhat crimpled Canadiens tri-color tackle twill crest is joined on the front by five team repairs of varying sizes, with one on each sleeve and an eighth on the back. The back includes Guy’s blue marker autograph on the “0” and a 2” by 3” hole and three runs from where the fight strap was cut out. The cuffs are no longer present, Lafleur likely shortening the sleeves by tearing/cutting the bottom parts off. Over a dozen black stick marks are on the front and sleeves. We have a good photo match for the captivating jersey, donned as the Flower blossomed! A letter of authenticity and our congratulations will accompany this sensational shirt. Classic Collectibles is pleased, as part of our winter 2007 auction, to offer the formidable game worn jersey collection of Mr. Andy Leff, a young man from Pennsylvania who in recent years went about acquiring some of the creme de la creme, if you will, of gamers put on the auction block. You have to admire Andy's pursuit of the best, donned by Hall-of-Famers and future Hall-of-Famers. Paying close attention to authenticity, he assembled a remarkable collection indeed. Over two dozen tempting offerings are thus available to serious jersey collectors, with Mr. Leff's investments subject, in some cases, to silent reserves. Good luck with these superior pieces.
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