{"product_id":"lou-gehrig-day-1939-luckiest-man-speech-original-photo-iconic-image-psa-type-2","title":"Lou Gehrig Day 1939, Luckiest Man Speech Original Photo. Iconic Image PSA Type 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" style=\"\" size=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"\"\u003eThe Pride of the Yankees!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are proud to offer a rare and\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e powerful piece of baseball and American history\u003c\/b\u003e—an original, crystal-clear photograph of \u003cb style=\"\"\u003eLou Gehrig\u003c\/b\u003e, captured on \u003cb style=\"\"\u003eJuly 4, 1939\u003c\/b\u003e, during his legendary farewell at Yankee Stadium.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eThat day, known as \u003cb\u003eLou Gehrig Appreciation Day\u003c\/b\u003e, marked one of the most emotional moments in sports. As Gehrig stood alone at home plate, addressing a crowd of over 60,000 fans, he delivered the now-immortal words: \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003cb\u003eface of the earth.”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eBattling the early stages of ALS, his courage and grace resonated far beyond the game of baseball.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eThis iconic image - \u003cb\u003etaken from the original negative\u003c\/b\u003e - perfectly captures that moment. Gehrig, flanked by his teammates in the background, stands in quiet dignity, microphone before him. The photograph has since become one of the most enduring images in sports and American cultural memory… a true symbol of strength. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eThe photo itself is in \u003cb\u003eflawless, mint condition\u003c\/b\u003e - nothing more needs to be said. It is quite large for its era, measuring 8x10 inches. The image is crystal clear and beautifully captures the legendary Yankee captain, known as the Iron Horse.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eWhat makes this rendering especially powerful is the solemn, pensive expression on his face as he awaits the famous speech he's about to deliver. This is history, through and t\u003cspan class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ehrough.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eThe photo has been designated an original Type 2 by PSA, meaning it was developed from the original negative shortly after the image was taken - though not within the initial two-year window. A Type 1 photograph , by comparison, is a first-generation photo developed from the original negative within two years of the photo being taken. Type 1’s are extremely scarce (often one-of-a-kind) and can command astronomical prices. This particular image designated Type 1 could easily command over $20,000 at auction.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eAccordingly, we believe this more affordable Type 2 example remains significantly undervalued and presents collectors with a strong opportunity to own a vintage, authentic piece that still maintains its rarity and desirability. More importantly for collectors, it is a piece that can be proudly displayed and enjoyed - by baseball lovers, collectors, or anyone who appreciates the legacy of the game.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;\"\u003e\u003cfont face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eSimply a special piece of baseball and social history, and one we highly recommend. It comes encapsulated by PSA and, of course, can be removed and framed for that perfect spot on your wall—or simply displayed on your favorite shelf to be admired daily. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cfont style=\"\" face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eAuthenticated and encapsulated by PSA.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cfont style=\"\" face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips FedEx with Insurance and Signature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cfont style=\"\" face=\"Tahoma\" size=\"4\"\u003eQuestions?5514863768!\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#888888\" style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"BC Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51472039084334,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/5061\/9438\/files\/57_ce128e85-ecd0-41ea-bb2b-62ad869a9456.jpg?v=1765852183","url":"https:\/\/bcvintage.com\/products\/lou-gehrig-day-1939-luckiest-man-speech-original-photo-iconic-image-psa-type-2","provider":"BC Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}