*England, 1966 World Cup, Framed Signed Memorabilia Montage (Signed by 9 Players, with Original Tickets, Programme, and Sir Alf Ramsey Signed Benham Cover), Plus Provenance*
An exceptional large-format framed display celebrating England’s victory in the 1966 FIFA World Cup, held at Wembley Stadium. The centrepiece is a red England commemorative shirt, hand-signed by nine members of the 1966 World Cup–winning squad, including Gordon Banks, George Cohen, Jack Charlton, Ray Wilson, Martin Peters, Alan Ball, Roger Hunt, Nobby Stiles, and Geoff Hurst. The shirt bears the embroidered crest: “40th Anniversary – 1966 World Cup Winners.”
To the left of the shirt are six original match tickets documenting England’s progress through the entire 1966 tournament:
– England 0:0 Uruguay
– England 2:0 Mexico
– England 2:0 France
– England 1:0 Argentina
– England 2:1 Portugal
– England 4:2 West Germany (Final)
To the right, the display includes an original 1966 World Championship (Jules Rimet Cup) Final Programme (England v West Germany, 30 July 1966), a Benham “British Football Heroes” First Day Cover signed by Sir Alf Ramsey and numbered 5916 of 7,500, and a colour photograph of the team celebrating as Bobby Moore lifts the Jules Rimet Trophy.
Measurements: Approx. 103.8 cm x 104.5 cm overall (framed).
Accompanying Provenance and Documentation (not framed):
This lot is further accompanied by a comprehensive set of supporting materials verifying authenticity and historical context:
Certificates of Authenticity:
– Sporting Greats Ltd, Certificate No. 3000/11 (dated 27 April 2011, signed D. Fletcher), confirming the autographs are original and personally hand-signed.
– Authenticated Autographs Ltd, Certificate of Registration No. AA-0015268, listing the piece in the ABL Registry Database with full company-backed authenticity guarantee.
Benham “British Football Heroes” Inserts (Limited Edition 7,500):
– Numbered 5916/7500, complete with guarantee slip and descriptive card titled “1966 World Cup Winners”, detailing the events of the tournament and England’s 4–2 extra-time triumph.
Original 1966 “World Championship – Jules Rimet Cup” Season Ticket Envelope:
– White card wallet printed in red with “WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – JULES RIMET CUP ENGLAND – 1966 SEASON TICKET.”
– Reverse features period advertising for Gillette Slim Twist & New Super Silver razors — “The most perfect match of all…” — an evocative sponsor tie-in from the tournament’s official partner.
Together, these documents and ephemera provide robust provenance and period authenticity, making this one of the most complete and visually impressive commemorations of England’s 1966 World Cup campaign.
Historical Note:
Under Sir Alf Ramsey’s management, England defeated West Germany 4–2 in extra time at Wembley on 30 July 1966, with Geoff Hurst scoring the only hat-trick ever achieved in a World Cup Final. The victory remains the pinnacle of English football history.
*Condition*
Excellent overall presentation. Frame, mount, and glazing in fine order; autographs remain bold and legible. Accompanying documents and envelopes show only light handling consistent with age. All certificates and inserts preserved in protective sleeves. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
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