Ben Hogan & Arnold Palmer Signed 1966 Masters 'Smoking' Photo In Gold Marker
A high-grade dual gold marker-signed example of the famous 'Hogan and Palmer Smoking Photo' capturing the pair at Augusta National Golf Club during the 1966 Masters Tournament taking drags in unison. This photo carries signatures performed by each of the notable smokers that combined for six Masters wins in all. Interestingly enough The Palmer vs. Hogan one-sided frustration was ongoing, with Hogan refusing to call Arnold Palmer by his name or anything other than a "hey fella." Some things never change, and that is one of them. This photo remains that of astronomical magnitude in the golf world - this perhaps the finest signed example, certainly in signature grade. James Spence Authentication (JSA) has reviewed this signature and their auction letter of authenticity comes with this lot.
8 x 10"
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