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spine stress lines cover multiple scuff front cover small, multiple crease front cover water stain bottom of cover water stain bottom of interior staple rusted cover 1st Bill Russell Sports Illustrated cover Arkansas Razorbacks, Sandy Koufax, NBA Preview Dan Jenkins, William Leggett, Bob Ottum, Edwin Shrake, Walter Brimson & Hugh Whall text
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September 30, 2025
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This is a CGC graded 6.5 copy of Sports Illustrated #v23 #17, featuring Bill Russell's first Sports Illustrated cover from October 25, 1965. The issue includes coverage of the Arkansas Razorbacks, Sandy Koufax, and an NBA Preview. There are notable spine stress lines, scuffs, creases, water stains, and staple rust on the cover. Writers contributing to this issue include Dan Jenkins, William Leggett, Bob Ottum, Edwin Shrake, Walter Brimson, and Hugh Whall. This vintage magazine is a classic piece for sports memorabilia collectors.
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6.5
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Label Type
Page Quality
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spine stress lines cover multiple scuff front cover small, multiple crease front cover water stain bottom of cover water stain bottom of interior staple rusted cover 1st Bill Russell Sports Illustrated cover Arkansas Razorbacks, Sandy Koufax, NBA Preview Dan Jenkins, William Leggett, Bob Ottum, Edwin Shrake, Walter Brimson & Hugh Whall text
Graded Date
September 30, 2025
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