Description: About This Item:We are honored to present an exceptional collector's item in this exclusive auction: a copy of "Aces: True Stories of Victory and Valor in the Skies of World War II", hand-signed by five of the most distinguished fighter aces in aviation history. This volume is a remarkable tribute to the valor and skill demonstrated by these legendary pilots, each of whom has left an indelible mark on the annals of aerial combat. Signatures Included: Erich Hartmann: The highest-scoring ace of all time, with an unparalleled 352 confirmed victories.Gunther Rall: The third-highest scoring ace, with 275 confirmed victories.David McCampbell: The highest-scoring U.S. Navy ace, with 34 confirmed victories.Johnnie Johnson: The highest-scoring Royal Air Force pilot, with 38 confirmed victories.Saburo Sakai: A renowned Japanese ace with 64 confirmed victories. This signed volume comes with a Jimmy Spence certificate of authenticity and a matching authenticity sticker affixed to the book, ensuring the credibility and provenance of these distinguished signatures. Condition:The book is in excellent condition, with signatures prominently displayed on the title page. The pages remain clean and unblemished, preserving the integrity of this unique piece of military history. Provenance:The authenticity of each signature has been meticulously verified by Jimmy Spence, a renowned expert in autographed memorabilia. The accompanying certificate and sticker serve as testament to the genuine nature of this rare and valuable collectible. This hand-signed book is a quintessential addition to any serious collection of military aviation history. It embodies the heroic spirit and extraordinary achievements of five of the greatest pilots ever to take to the skies. Purchase now for the opportunity to own this unique and historical treasure, celebrating the courage and prowess of World War II’s finest aerial aces. AuthenticityOur items are sourced from our autograph signings or direct from leading suppliers of authentic memorabilia. The companies that authenticate these items include Beckett Authentication Services (BAS), Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA/DNA), James Spence Authentication (JSA) or AIV. All autographed items come with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) from these suppliers that includes a tamper proof hologram affixed to the item unless the item is encapsulated therefore the label and encapsulation serve as the COA While the photograph(s) in this listing are representative of this item, the size, placement and strength of the signature may vary. Each item is hand signed, therefore, each autograph is unique Terms Payment Shipping Terms and Conditions We will notify all buyers via e-mail within 24 hours at the close of each auction with payment details. Buyer is responsible to pay for sales tax charged for each purchase. No exceptions! If a buyer doesn't pay within 4 days, our eBay account is set up to automatically open an unpaid item case in the Resolution Center. If the buyer still doesn't pay or reach some other agreement with the seller, eBay may record the unpaid item on the buyer's account. All items will be shipped at the winning bidder's expense (unless stated otherwise). All orders will be shipped out via USPS Priority Mail (with Delivery Confirmation) or via Fed Ex Ground unless otherwise noted in the auction description Orders will be processed within 24 hours after receipt of valid payment information. Feedback is left shortly after the address label and order have been processed.Sales Tax is the responsibility of the buyer. We will do our very best to provide as much accurate information as we can for each and every auction. We do not meet buyers in person. No exceptions. _gsrx_vers_1677 (GS 9.8.1 (1677))
Price: 249.95 USD
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
End Time: 2025-01-03T15:25:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10 USD
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Autograph Authentication: James Spence (JSA)
Industry: Military
Original/Reproduction: Original
Signed: Yes
Signed by: Erich Hartmann