Wrestling. Any idea on value ?

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 4:09AM

I am thinking on buying this . It appears to be a poster flyer for Andre the Giant's debut for the WWWF .

I just want to know what a fair value would be

thanks !

Nascar360 · May 1, 2014 4:10AM

That's sweet!

wrestlingcardking · May 1, 2014 5:22AM

I am not sure on value but that is a cool item, good luck!

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 6:06AM

thanks guys ! I think its pretty cool too

Im getting 3 items for 75 dollars so thats not going to break any bank lol

gregmo32 · May 1, 2014 6:15AM

Depending on the cost, I would try to find a way to verify authenticity. the photos on the item are well known, almost ” stock” photos of Andre. I would try to make sure that the photos do not post-date the item, at least. I am familiar with the images, but would have guessed they were of a slightly later vintage. But it is a great item, and if it checks out, is probably relatively valuable.

Let us know what you find out!

Nikklos · May 1, 2014 6:29AM

Cool item. What kind of stock is that?

Tabe · May 1, 2014 6:51AM

FYI, that's not his WWWF debut.

He's credited with an appearance on Oct 24, 1972 but I question the accuracy of that one.

He appeared in Philadelphia on a WWWF card on 3/24/73, two days prior to the date on your flyer.

Go here for a massive list of WWF/WWWF/WWE Results

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 7:55AM

<< FYI, that's not his WWWF debut.

He's credited with an appearance on Oct 24, 1972 but I question the accuracy of that one.

He appeared in Philadelphia on a WWWF card on 3/24/73, two days prior to the date on your flyer.

Go here for a massive list of WWF/WWWF/WWE Results >>

In his biography it states On March 26, 1973, André debuted in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (later World Wrestling Federation) as a fan favorite, defeating Buddy Wolfe in New York's Madison Square Garden.[1][11][20]

Its stated he wrestled with AWA in 1972

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 8:01AM

<< Depending on the cost, I would try to find a way to verify authenticity. the photos on the item are well known, almost ” stock” photos of Andre. I would try to make sure that the photos do not post-date the item, at least. I am familiar with the images, but would have guessed they were of a slightly later vintage. But it is a great item, and if it checks out, is probably relatively valuable.

Let us know what you find out! >>

Yes those images I believe were from Montreal . Before he came to America

wrestlingcardking · May 1, 2014 8:25AM

I have seen that Andre shot for another item in 1973

1973 (Aug 12) - Dimanche Derniere Heure Grand Prix (Canada) - Jean Ferre - France (AKA Andre the Giant)

Tabe · May 1, 2014 8:27AM

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In his biography it states On March 26, 1973, André debuted in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (later World Wrestling Federation) as a fan favorite, defeating Buddy Wolfe in New York's Madison Square Garden.[1][11][20]

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The quote you just gave me is from Wikipedia. And one of the footnotes it references is to the very site I linked to.

I am confident that my information, with Andre debuting prior to the 3/26, is correct.

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 8:44AM

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In his biography it states On March 26, 1973, André debuted in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (later World Wrestling Federation) as a fan favorite, defeating Buddy Wolfe in New York's Madison Square Garden.[1][11][20]

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The quote you just gave me is from Wikipedia. And one of the footnotes it references is to the very site I linked to.

I am confident that my information, with Andre debuting prior to the 3/26, is correct. >>

Everything I read states that he debuted for WWWF at Madison Square Garden in 1973

incluing on his biography.com page

Andre the Giant was born on May 19, 1946, in Grenoble, France. He suffered from acromegaly, or "giantism." He wrestled in Montreal as Jean Ferre, in Japan as "Monster Roussimoff," and in 1973, debuted at Madison Square Garden as "Andre the Giant." He became one of the most popular wrestlers in the WWF (now the WWE) and acted in Rob Reiner's 1987 film, The Princess Bride. Andre died in 1993.

also at obsessed with wrestling site

Frank Valois, acting as his manager, set up a meeting with World Wide Wrestling Federation promoter Vince McMahon, Sr..
1973: Andre Rousimoff debuted in the famous venue Madison Square Garden as "Andre the Giant"..
Andre The Giant slowly made his way through virtually every regional promotion in the country..
Andre The Giant soon became the largest box-office attraction the sport has ever known..
March 22, 1974 - WWF TV in Los Angeles: Andre The Giant beat Great Goliath & Black Gordman in a handicap match..
1976: Andre The Giant was perfectly cast as "Bigfoot" for two highly rated episodes of "The Six Million Dollar Man"..
June 25, 1976 - AWA Chicago Stadium: Andre the Giant defeated Chuck Wepner by CO in a "Boxer vs Wrestler" Match..
Andre The Giant teamed with Dusty Rhodes to win the NWA United States (Tri-State) Tag Team Titles..
The site of the very first Hulk Hogan vs Andre the Giant match was the old Houston Farm Center in Dothan, AL..
February 15, 1981: Andre The Giant & Dusty Rhodes also won the Florida Tag Team Titles..
1981: Andre The Giant had his ankle broken by Killer Kahn (not legitimate) during a match..
~~~The injury was an excuse for Andre to disappear and have needed surgury..

and on his official website andrethegiant.com his bio states

By the time Andre had performed in front of 20,000 wrestling fans in Montreal, his legend had reached Vince McMahon, Sr. at the World Wide Wrestling Federation's (WWWF) headquarters. McMahon would forever alter Andre's life. In 1972, McMahon signed Andre to wrestle for the WWWF and changed his name to capitalize on his colossal size. "Andre the Giant" became one of the most recognizable names in wrestling. Andre performed under his new name at Madison Square Garden, where he easily defeated his opponent Buddy Wolfe without breaking a sweat. Before long, Andre's venues were sold out and wrestlers lined up to perform in his shadow. As Andre's fame grew to stardom, he was featured in Sports Illustrated in the largest feature they had ever published.

Im not sure then , I think he would not even had wrestled under the name of Andre the Giant before then and in 1972 that should have been under Gene.

Dpeck100 · May 1, 2014 9:39AM

If I had to guess I would say $35.

There are some pieces from his time in Canada that sell for a little more.

KNAPP · May 1, 2014 9:55AM

Possibly $50.

gregmo32 · May 1, 2014 11:21AM

I would put the value at much higher than those estimates, if it is legitimate. I would pay $75 for it, believing it may be worth more.

lawnmowerman · May 1, 2014 11:35AM

Cool item. This thread got me curious about Andre so I googled his name. I knew he had died but was surprised to see that it was in 1993. I thought it was later than that.

Check out this Letterman interview but most of all, check out Letterman's shirt haha

andre

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 11:38AM

<< I would put the value at much higher than those estimates, if it is legitimate. I would pay $75 for it, believing it may be worth more. >>

I tend to agree. I think him appearing for the first time as Andre the Giant would give it a lot more demand than his appearances as Jean in Montreal. That and scarcity of such items . I have not seen to many for debut now only if it was signed lol

wrestlingcardking · May 1, 2014 12:28PM

<< Cool item. This thread got me curious about Andre so I googled his name. I knew he had died but was surprised to see that it was in 1993. I thought it was later than that.

Check out this Letterman interview but most of all, check out Letterman's shirt haha

andre >>

I watched the interview and Andre really is just amazing......definitely not another guy like him.

vols1 · May 1, 2014 1:15PM

<< FYI, that's not his WWWF debut.

He's credited with an appearance on Oct 24, 1972 but I question the accuracy of that one.

He appeared in Philadelphia on a WWWF card on 3/24/73, two days prior to the date on your flyer.

Go here for a massive list of WWF/WWWF/WWE Results >>

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 1:41PM

<< 

<< FYI, that's not his WWWF debut.

He's credited with an appearance on Oct 24, 1972 but I question the accuracy of that one.

He appeared in Philadelphia on a WWWF card on 3/24/73, two days prior to the date on your flyer.

Go here for a massive list of WWF/WWWF/WWE Results >>

I wonder why all his biographies and everything states his debut was on the 26th ? maybe they do not count tag teams ?

even is WWE bio says 1973

After making an impact in Japan and Canada, the 27-year-old giant was taken under the wing of Vincent McMahon Sr. in 1973. Andre spent the next 20 years with WWE, even going so far as to turn down a contract from the NFL’s Washington Redskins in order to remain with the promotion.

flash300 · May 1, 2014 2:09PM

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check this out belongs to a friend of mine

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 2:54PM

<< http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANDRE-THE-GIANT-VINTAGE-PRO-WRESTLING-MAGAZINE-16-AUTO-FULL-LETTER-JSA-RARE-/161280619392?pt=Vintage_Sports_Memorabilia&hash=item258d12f380

check this out belongs to a friend of mine >>

that is a crazy priced magazine

Ilovecards · May 1, 2014 3:12PM

<< Cool item. This thread got me curious about Andre so I googled his name. I knew he had died but was surprised to see that it was in 1993. I thought it was later than that.

Check out this Letterman interview but most of all, check out Letterman's shirt haha

andre >>

I love this Andre story here LinkAndre Story

Wrestling. Any idea on value ?

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