Way back in the dark days of deprivation, before television was a household thing, these long departed stars made the MLB's diamonds sparkle and shine. Solid major leaguers, these guys were MVPs, All-Stars, World Series champions, league leaders, and a select few are Hall of Famers, including the game changing team owner who moved the Dodgers to LA. Up for your consideration are (18) baseball Hall of Famer and star autographed index cards. These crisp, clean cards are by definition vintage, as the signers have all passed away thirty to fifty years or so ago. Signature strength averages ("8-9"). Auction LOA from JSA.

Highlights are: George Sisler (HOF, d.1973), Jesse Haines (HOF, d.1978), Harry Hooper (HOF, d.1974), Ted Lyons (HOF, d.1986), Walter O'Malley (HOF, d. 1979), Roger Peckinpaugh (d.1977) and "Doc" Cramer (d.1990).

Balance are: Dale Alexander (d.1979), Ray Blades (d.1979), Bill Brubaker (d.1978), "Tex" Carleton (d.1977), "Fritz" Coumbe (d.1978), Larry Doyle (d.1974), Wes Ferrell (d.1976), Lee Handley (d.1970), Charlie Hargreaves (d.1979), Bob Klinger (d.1977), and "Rip" Sewell (d.1989).