1986 Larry Bird Signed Sports Illustrated SI Magazine PSA 8.5 DNA 10 Auto HOF

1986 Sports Illustrated Larry Bird Signed Subscription SI Magazine Issue PSA 8.5 DNA 10 Auto HOF Slabbed

Offered here is a stunning March 3, 1986 issue of Sports Illustrated, hand-signed by Hall of Famer Larry Bird, professionally authenticated and graded by PSA.

This iconic issue has been professionally authenticated and graded by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA):

• Magazine Grade: PSA 8.5 (Very Fine+)

• Autograph Grade: PSA/DNA 10 (Gem Mint Signature)

• Certified and encapsulated for long-term protection and display

⭐ Why This Piece Is Special

• PSA has only recently begun authenticating and grading full magazines, making early slabbed examples highly desirable.

• Issues from this era are notoriously difficult to find in high grade due to mailing wear.

• An 8.5 grade on a 1986 magazine is exceptionally rare given its age.

• The bold autograph earns a perfect 10 grade, creating outstanding eye appeal.

• Encapsulated presentation by PSA is top-tier — they have truly outdone themselves with magazine holders.

This is an investment-quality piece featuring one of the greatest players in NBA history and a cornerstone of the Boston Celtics dynasty.

🏆 Larry Bird Legacy

• 3× NBA Champion

• 3× NBA MVP

• 12× NBA All-Star

• Inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1998

Larry Bird memorabilia continues to see strong collector demand, especially authenticated and high-grade signed pieces.

💎 Investment Highlights

• Authentic 1986 issue (not a reprint)

• Rare high-grade example for a mailed subscription copy

• Dual PSA grading (magazine + autograph)

• Exceptional display appeal

• Blue-chip Hall of Fame athlete