$563
A certificate presented to Pelé on May 20, 1986, honoring him for his support of efforts by UNICEF and the Houston Dynamos professional soccer team to increase awareness of the needs of the African continent. The certificate is accompanied by a pair of medallions from the city of Houston, Texas, and its then mayor Kathryn J. Whitmire. The proclamation is additionally signed by Whitmore. Also included is A trophy presented to Pelé on May 29, 1986, from the Houston, Texas, Soccer Association. The glass trophy sits in a wood base that features a handwritten tribute "To: Pele" in green ink. Proclamation, 17 by 10 1/2 inches; Medals, diameter, 2 7/16 inches, each $200-300 £140-210 Categories: PELÉ
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2016-06-07