Description: Billy Williams, 1964-Date Hall of Fame Yellow Plaque Postcard - Autographed - JSA AuthenticationOn the Player - Billy Leo Williams was born in Whistler, Alabama, June 15, 1938. He grew up playing baseball and was scouted by the Chicago Cubs while in high school. Williams made his Major League debut with the Cubs and quickly established himself as a star player, winning the National League Rookie of the Year award in 1961. He spent the majority of his career with the Cubs, playing for them from 1959 to 1974, and was a six-time All-Star and a two-time NL batting champion during his time with the team. Williams was known for his consistency at the plate and his powerful swing, which earned him the nickname “Sweet Swingin' Billy Williams”. He finished his career with 2,711 hits, 426 home runs, and a lifetime batting average of .290. In recognition of his outstanding career, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1987. Today, Williams is considered one of the greatest players in Chicago Cubs history and remains a beloved figure in the sport of baseball.On the Issue - The first Baseball Hall of Fame postcards were issued beginning in 1939. Various versions were produced until 1964. From 1964 to the present (with an interruption around 1979), Hall of Fame inductees have been honored by the Yellow Plaque Postcards issued by the Baseball Hall of Fame.Verification – The signature on this card underwent review by James Spence Authentication, LLC. The authentication certificate, as shown in the listing photos, will be included with the postcard.
Price: 34.49 USD
Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas
End Time: 2025-01-17T22:12:39.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Sport: Baseball
Player: Billy Williams
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: James Spence Authentication (JSA)
Original/Reprint: Original
Product: Postcard
Team: Chicago Cubs
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
