Autographed Baseball Photograph Buying Guide

By Sean J. O'Rourke

It's said that baseball is the perfect game. Founded all the way back in 1869, Major League Baseball has provided unforgettable moments while endearing tens of millions of fans around the world to some of the greatest athletes to ever lace up a pair of cleats. The source of literally thousands of unforgettable moments, I've selected these choice Major League Baseball photos to give a helping hand to collectors looking to add serious clout to their collections. Each and every photograph is 100 percent authentic and chosen for value, demand and importance to the history of the game. If you're looking to make one or more additions to your baseball collection, you've arrived at the one-stop shop for all of your authentic memorabilia needs.

• Signed Hank Aaron 715th Home Run Photo: One of the most memorable moments in sports history, Braves slugger Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's all-time career home run record on April 8, 1974. In front of a Braves' franchise record 53,775 fans, Aaron's fourth inning blast solidified his legacy as the greatest slugger in baseball history. In distinct blue ink, Hall of Famer Hank Aaron has hand-signed this great photograph of his 715th career home run. An unforgettable moment in American history, don't pass up this on this opportunity to add a genuine asset to your collection. Accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity from All About Autographs, this shot of Aaron's history making 715th home run is a true centerpiece for your baseball collection. Retiring with 755 career home runs and inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982, add Hammerin' Hank Aaron to your sports room today!

• Signed Joe Carter World Series Photo: One of the most memorable moments in World Series history, Joe Carter's Game 6 Series-winning walk off home run is forever captured with this beautiful 16x20 photograph. Stepping to bat with his Blue Jays down 6-5 with two runners on in the bottom of the ninth inning, Carter turned on a Mitch Williams fastball and drove it over the left field fence. As the Toronto Skydome crowd erupted into celebration, Carter jumped in ecstasy as he rounded the bases. As he will live on in baseball lure forever, here is a perfect opportunity to add a piece of unforgettable sports history to your collection today. Captured jubilant in celebration while rounding third base, World Series hero Joe Carter has hand-signed this top-quality 16x20 photo in blue ink. Along with his signature, Carter has inscribed "93 WS GW Homerun.” Officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball, this once-in-a-lifetime moment is a 100 percent essential item for the serious sports collector. A moment no baseball fan will ever forget, add this Joe Carter autographed World Series-winning photograph to your collection today!

• Signed Curt Schilling Photo: Wow what a shot! The centerpiece of Boston's unforgettable march to the 2004 World Series Championship, Curt Schilling has hand-signed this top-quality glossy 16x20 photograph. Shown in mid-delivery with the Boston Red Sox infield logo as the backdrop, Schilling has signed his name in distinct silver ink. After leading Boston to a Game 2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, Curt Schilling forever endeared himself to the Fenway Faithful as a cornerstone for the franchise's first World Championship in 86 years. An absolute essential for every Boston sports fan or member of the Nation, this autographed 16x20 photograph comes included with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity. One of the greatest postseason pitchers of all-time, take this opportunity to enshrine future Hall of Famer Curt Schilling and add an asset you'll appreciate forever to your sports room today!

• Signed Derek Jeter Photo: Baseball fans around the world remember it simply as "the Dive.”  To preserve a 12th inning tie July 1, 2004 with the rival Boston Red Sox, Derek Jeter chased down Trot Nixon's lazy blooper down the left field line. As Jeter made the catch, his momentum sent him careening into the stands and face first into the left field seats. Jeter emerged with a bruised chin and cheek...and the baseball. The famous "Dive" play would save the game for the Yanks as they'd win the game in the bottom of the 13th inning. An absolute essential for the true Yankee fan, the Dive is captured flawlessly here on this top-quality 16x20" photograph hand-signed by legendary Yankees captain Derek Jeter. His signature prominent in distinct silver ink, if you're considering adding four-time World Series Champion Derek Jeter to your collection than look no further. One of the most memorable moments in baseball history, this autographed photo comes included with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity. A Hall of Fame addition, add this Derek Jeter hand-signed photograph to your collection today!

• Signed Tony Gwynn & Pete Rose Photo: Two of the greatest hitters in baseball history are together here in one great photograph! Hand-signed by Hall of Famer Tony Gywnn and MLB career hits leader Pete Rose, this top-quality 8x10 photograph makes a great cornerstone for your baseball collection. Combining for an amazing 7,397 hits during their careers, no collection is complete with about two of the game's all-time greatest offensive players. After Tony Gwynn's first career Major League hit during a July 19, 1982 game, Pete Rose walked up to the young Gwynn and said "don't pass me in one game," referring to Rose's all-time career marks as a hitter. Gwynn and Rose combined for 32 All-Star Game appearances and have both signed this great photograph in blue ink. A perfect addition to your sports room, this autographed 8x10comes with a Hollywood Sports Certificate of Authenticity. Add not one but two of the greatest batsmen to ever step foot on the diamond to your collection today!