{"product_id":"magic-johnson-larry-bird-signed-1979-ncaa-final-four-ticket-beckett-auto-10","title":"Magic Johnson Larry Bird Signed 1979 NCAA Final Four Ticket BECKETT AUTO 10","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMagic Johnson Larry Bird Signed 1979 NCAA Final Four Ticket BECKETT AUTO 10\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented here is one of the most historically significant basketball collectibles ever offered: an original ticket from the 1979 NCAA Tournament – National Semifinal (Final Four), hand-signed by both Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. The ticket has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by Beckett Authentication Services, receiving a perfect Autograph Grade of 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true museum-level artifact from the game that launched the most important rivalry in basketball history and directly changed the trajectory of the NBA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGame \u0026amp; Historical Significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvent: 1979 NCAA Tournament – National Semifinal (Final Four)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: March 24, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenue: Special Events Center, University of Utah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation: Salt Lake City, Utah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1979 NCAA Final Four represents a defining moment in sports history. The Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird rivalry, born during this tournament, revived national interest in basketball and later carried into the NBA, saving the league and ushering in its modern golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual-signed tickets from this game are exceptionally rare, as both players went on to become top-five all-time legends, Hall of Famers, and global icons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutograph Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigners:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagic Johnson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarry Bird\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature Medium: Blue marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutograph Grade: Beckett Auto Grade 10 (Gem Mint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentication: Beckett Authentication Services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncapsulation: Beckett tamper-proof holder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTicket \u0026amp; Slab Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTicket Type: Original game-issued ticket (not a reprint)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good condition with expected light handling wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckett Silver Flip Label Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvent: NCAA Tournament – National Semifinal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutograph Grade: 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ticket originates from the actual game itself, making it far more desirable than later commemorative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Matters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual-signed by Magic Johnson \u0026amp; Larry Bird\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the single most important NCAA tournament in history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect Beckett Auto Grade 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarce combination of original ticket + dual Hall of Fame autographs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect link to the rivalry that saved and reshaped the NBA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance – Steve Grad Autograph Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Steve Grad Autograph Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Grad has been a regular cast member on the History Channel’s Pawn Stars since 2013, is the Lead Authenticator at Beckett Authentication, and previously served as Principal\/Lead Authenticator at PSA\/DNA from 2002–2016. His expertise represents the highest standard in autograph authentication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping in the U.S. and U.S. territories! Yes, we do ship Internationally!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor any questions regarding this listing or help with orders email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:orders@gspawn.com\"\u003eorders@gspawn.com\u003c\/a\u003e or call 702-272-0006.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe appreciate your business and look forward to helping you bring home a piece of history!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GradCollection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63600262414476,"sku":"20704","price":12745.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3543\/0796\/files\/3_b7ec9a69-516d-4eb5-982b-c6159bfa88c7.jpg?v=1793947573","url":"https:\/\/gspawn.com\/en-ca\/products\/magic-johnson-larry-bird-signed-1979-ncaa-final-four-ticket-beckett-auto-10","provider":"Gold \u0026 Silver Pawn Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}