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Lot # 232: 1940 Frederick Mandel, "Buys Detroit Lions Franchise" Important NFL Photo

Category: Football

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 1 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed
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Item was in Auction "October Monthly 2017",
which ran from 10/18/2017 2:45 AM to
10/28/2017 8:00 PM



1940 Photograph of the moment one of the most famous franchises in professional sports changed hands as Frederick Mandel bought the Detroit lions for $200,000. Also pictured is star player and coach Potsy Clark for the ceremony. An important piece of football history in great shape issued by the International News.

Size: 6.5x8.5
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 4.5/5
Overall Grade: 9/10

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