{"product_id":"aug-1978-bill-walton-signed-basketball-sports-illustrated-magazine-bas-hof-93","title":"Aug 1978 Bill Walton Signed Basketball Sports Illustrated Magazine BAS HOF 93","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eUp for sale is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eAugust 1978 Sports Illustrated magazine featuring Hall of Famer Bill Walton’s signature\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most iconic big men in NBA history and a centerpiece of the Portland Trail Blazers’ championship legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eThis highly collectible vintage magazine showcases Bill Walton during the peak of his career and includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"874\"\u003ehand-signed autograph with “HOF 93” inscription\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a standout piece for serious collectors of NBA memorabilia, Hall of Fame signatures, and vintage Sports Illustrated issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hkggle\" data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e✍️ Autograph \u0026amp; Authentication Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g4uzp7\" data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\nSigned by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eBill Walton (NBA Hall of Famer, 1993 Inductee)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j7fkjx\" data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\nIncludes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e“HOF 93” inscription\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i24h21\" data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eNot currently slabbed or authenticated\u003c\/strong\u003e, but is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eguaranteed to pass authentication by PSA\/DNA, JSA, or Beckett\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wexksw\" data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\nSignature presents well and is highly collectible\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"111502q\" data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e📚 Magazine Condition Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f1afw3\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\nAugust 1978 \u003cem data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/em\u003e issue\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fqzrrz\" data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\nEvidence of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003emailing label removal on cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bll515\" data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\nRemoval was done \u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eprofessionally with minimal remaining residue\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t71ii1\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\nOverall presentation remains strong for display or grading submission\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kqhpvj\" data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\nVintage magazine shows normal wear consistent with age\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7w1458\" data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e⭐ Collector Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eBill Walton remains one of the most unique and respected figures in basketball history—an NCAA champion, NBA champion, Finals MVP, and Hall of Famer. 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