This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2017
This lot features a rare Al Davis Oakland Raiders check made out to Rogers Athletic Co. for $349.90 and signed by boldly by Davis in black pen. The check is dated April 10th, 1978. Authenticated, encapsulated and graded by PSA/DNA. Davis was the principal owner and general manager of the Oakland Raiders for 39 years, from 1972 until his death in 2011. Prior to becoming the principal owner of the Raiders, he served as the team's head coach from 1963 to 1965 and part owner from 1966 to 1971, assuming both positions while the Raiders were part of the American Football League (AFL). He also served as the commissioner of the AFL in 1966. Known for his motto "Just win, baby", the Raiders became one of the NFL's most successful and popular teams under Davis' management. Davis checks are difficult to obtain as it is but this treasured signature has been graded in perfect PSA/DNA 10 GEM MINT condition.
(PSA/DNA)