This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/4/2017
Style: Red mesh full body shell with red/white/blue ribbed neck and shoulder opening trim. “SIXERS” appears on the front in white on blue double tackle twill. “6” appears on the front and reverse in matching font. “ERVING” appears on reverse in single white serif tackle twill. Round tail.
Manufacturer (Wilson): Style of the Wilson manufactures tag dates to 1979-1986, courtesy of the MEARS Official Tagging Database. Wilson was the correct supplier of 76ers shirts during the era. Other examples which have entered the hobby include:
(MEARS #315033) 1979-1986 Dr J
(MEARS #314932) 1986-1987 Dr J
(MEARS #314924) 1986-1987 Dr J
(MEARS #314190) 1979-1986 Dr J
(MEARS #302770) 1982-1983 Dr J
Therefore, it is established that Wilson is the correct supplier of 76ers shirts from the 1979-1986 era.
Dating: The style of the front font dates to the 1984-1986 circa. Starting in 1986, the NBA added their logo to the front of their jerseys.
Provenance: According to our consignor, this shirt originated from the collection of the Philadelphia 76ers equipment manager.
Game Wear: Shirt exhibits moderate game wear. There is puckering on the front of the shirt. The Wilson tag shows signs of tag with fraying to the edge of the tag.
Final Grade: After examination of the shirt to the five categories of evaluation found on the Official MEARS Grading Worksheet, the style, manufacturer, size, and game wear allow for this shirt be awarded the MEARS A10 grade.