Description: 1966 NFL Championship Game Program – Green Bay Packers vs. Cleveland Browns – Vintage Collectible Own a piece of football history with this official program from the 1966 NFL Championship Game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cleveland Browns! This game, held on January 2, 1966, at Lambeau Field, saw the Packers dominate the Browns 23-12, led by legendary coach Vince Lombardi and quarterback Bart Starr. Jim Taylor scored the game’s first touchdown, and a strong defensive effort held Browns star running back Jim Brown in check during his final NFL game before retirement. Condition:Front cover shows corner creasingPages are somewhat wavy from water damageBack cover has a rip, discoloration, and spottingSome edge pieces missing from a couple of inner pagesSpine lays flat and tight with shiny staplesAll pages are intact, bright, and show minimal tanning Despite its signs of wear, this rare program remains a vibrant and historical piece, perfect for collectors or NFL history enthusiasts. Don't miss your chance to own this program from a pivotal moment in football history! MAGAZINE GRADING GUIDELINES When grading vintage magazines or programs, collectors and sellers often use a set of grading guidelines similar to those used for comics and other paper-based collectibles. Here's a general guide:1. Mint (M) or Near Mint (NM)Condition: Almost perfect, as if brand new. No visible wear or flaws.Pages: Crisp, clean, bright white pages.Covers: Clean and glossy, with no creases, fading, or stains. Spine is tight, and staples are clean and rust-free.Corners: Sharp and undamaged.2. Very Fine (VF)Condition: Slight signs of wear.Pages: Clean with minimal tanning or discoloration.Covers: Slight scuffing or faint creases, but no tears or significant damage. Gloss is mostly intact.Corners: Slight rounding or very minimal creases.3. Fine (F)Condition: Noticeable wear but still well-preserved overall.Pages: Clean but possibly slightly tanned or discolored with minor imperfections.Covers: Slight creasing, edge wear, or small corner bends. Minor discoloration or fading.Spine: Spine may show slight wear but remains tight.Corners: Noticeable wear or slight bends.4. Very Good (VG)Condition: Visible signs of wear, but the item is complete and intact.Pages: May have more tanning or slight brittleness. Minor tears or spots possible.Covers: Noticeable creases, scuffing, or small tears. Possible small spots, water damage, or discoloration.Spine: May have minor splitting or loose staples.Corners: Rounded or slightly damaged.5. Good (G)Condition: Considerable wear, but still readable and collectible.Pages: Tanned, possibly brittle. Minor tears or stains are likely.Covers: Heavily creased, faded, or discolored with small tears, water spots, or other visible damage.Spine: May be split, but staples generally intact.Corners: Heavily rounded or creased.6. Fair (FR)Condition: Significant wear. Heavily damaged, but still complete.Pages: Yellowed or heavily tanned. Possible large tears, stains, or pieces missing, but all essential text/images remain readable.Covers: Major creasing, tears, water damage, or discoloration. Potentially missing pieces or covers detaching.Spine: Likely split or damaged. Staples may be rusty or detached.Corners: Rounded, creased, or missing sections.7. Poor (P)Condition: Severe damage and wear. The magazine is heavily degraded but may still have collectible value.Pages: Significant damage, large sections may be missing or unreadable.Covers: Torn, missing, or detached. Heavily stained or marked.Spine: Completely split or detached.Corners: Severely damaged or missing.Additional Considerations:Water Damage: This can result in "wavy" pages or staining and is noted specifically in grading.Rusty Staples: Rust on staples is considered a flaw and may downgrade the item.Missing Pages/Pieces: Any missing parts will greatly affect the value and grade. Each vintage magazine is unique, and these guidelines can help you assess its overall condition fairly.
Price: 150 USD
Location: Sarasota, Florida
End Time: 2024-10-17T14:56:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
League: National Football League (NFL)
Sport: Football
Year: 1965
Original/Reproduction: Original
Team: Cleveland Browns
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Vintage: Yes
Event/Tournament: World Championship