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At a recent Goldin Co. auction, a 1965 Original Type 1 Photo of Joe Namath, famously used for his iconic rookie card, fetched an impressive $197,640. This sale not only set a new record for Type 1 football photos but also spotlighted the enduring allure of Namath's legacy in sports memorabilia.

The 1965 photo, integral to the creation of the Topps Namath rookie card, stands as one of the most sought-after football cards in the collecting world. Its high sale price at the November Elite Auction underscores its significant value in the realm of sports collectibles.

The auction at Goldin Co. featured several other notable items:

• A 1967 Muhammad Ali/Wilt Chamberlain dual-signed Type 1 photo, capturing the two sports legends during a promotional appearance for the "Wide World of Sports" fight, was sold for $17,080.
• A Michael Jordan 1984-85 rookie year signed Type 1 photo garnered the same price of $17,080.
• A 1994 Tiger Woods Type 1 photo, marking the year he graduated high school and became the youngest U.S. Amateur Championship winner, went for $7,595.

Among other remarkable Type 1 photos in the auction were:

• A Michael Jordan 1988 Playoffs Type 1 photo by the New York Times, commemorating the first time Jordan scored back-to-back 50 point games in NBA playoff history, sold for $6,100.
• A rare 1983 George Brett "Pine Tar Game" Type 1 photo, which depicts Brett being restrained from attacking the home-plate umpire with his deemed illegal bat, fetched $4,574.
• A 1985 Mike Tyson Sports Illustrated Shoot Type 1 photo, capturing Tyson in trainer Cus D'Amato's Catskills gym, was auctioned for $3,660.

These sales at Goldin Co. highlight the rich history and enduring fascination with sports photography and memorabilia, showcasing moments and figures that have defined various sports eras.