February 2013 Auction Ends Wednesday, February 6th, 5pm Pacific
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Lot #224: Arthur Ashe U.S. Postal Service Teddy Bear -- Commemorating the Tennis Legend's 37 Cent Stamp

Description

Arthur Ashe U.S. Post Office commemorative bear stuffed animal. Arthur Ashe's official USPS stamp was issued in August of 2005 at the U.S. Open held at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Bear still has original tag intact and ''Grand Slam Champion / U.S. Open - 1968 / Australian Open - 1970 / Wimbledon - 1975'' embroidered to the back of his shirt to commemorate some of Ashe's most legendary wins of his career. Bear is wearing a white and red-striped tennis outfit with the 37 cent stamp portraying Ashe stitched to the center of his shirt; he also has a gold bracelet with ''Keeping the dream alive / USTA/NJTL'' engraved. Measures 9'' x 6.5'' in near fine condition. With an LOA from Ashe's widow.
Final Bid (Includes Buyers Premium):$120
Minimum Bid:$100
Number of Bids:1