Autographed Photograph with Dedication by Pietro Paolo Virdis – Milan Mediolanum – Serie A 80s – COA Included

Autographed dedicated photograph of Pietro Paolo Virdis: a B&W action shot with AC Milan from the 1980s, signed and personalized by the Sardinian champion

A large format (28.8x19.7 cm) black and white photograph of great documentary intensity: the shot portrays Pietro Paolo Virdis in full action on a Serie A pitch, wearing the red and black striped AC Milan jersey, with Mediolanum sponsor and Kappa logo, and the star on the chest recalling the milestone of one hundred seasons in Serie A. In the background, the packed stands of a large Italian stadium from the 1980s — probably the San Paolo in Naples, as suggested by the visible billboards — and the "Stanley tools / Zip Jeans" advertisements which perfectly convey the atmosphere of an unrepeatable era of Italian football. The collectible uniqueness of this piece lies in the type of autograph: not just a simple signature, but a personalized dedication written in blue marker pen at the top left, over three handwritten lines, with a final signature — a direct and personal gesture that further amplifies the sentimental and collectible value of the memorabilia. Excellent condition, impeccable preservation.

The Champion: Pietro Paolo Virdis

Pietro Paolo Virdis (Ozieri, July 9, 1957) is a former Italian striker, among the protagonists of Arrigo Sacchi's great AC Milan in the second half of the 1980s. Having grown up in Sardinia, he built a high-level career in the most important Italian clubs: after experiences with Udinese and Juventus, he joined AC Milan where he experienced the most exciting period of his sporting life. With the Rossoneri, he won two Scudetti — in the 1987-1988 and 1991-1992 seasons — and, most importantly, the 1988-1989 European Cup, lifting European football's most coveted trophy with a legendary team led by Sacchi, featuring champions such as Gullit, Van Basten, and Baresi. He made 12 appearances for the Italian national team. This photograph, dating back to his peak years with AC Milan, is direct visual evidence of one of the most extraordinary winning cycles in the history of Italian and European football.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph comes with a free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued exclusively by independent third-party certification bodies among the most authoritative in the world in the collecting sector (PSA, JSA, Beckett, Epperson, Autograph COA or Associazione Autografia) — both included in the price.

What is an original autographed photograph?

An original autographed photograph is a unique historical document where the protagonist's signature has been affixed directly to the print in certified presence, without intermediaries. When the autograph takes the form of a personalized dedication — as in this case — the collectible and sentimental value is further amplified: the dedication testifies to a direct and personal contact between the champion and the recipient, making the piece by definition unique and unrepeatable. In addition to these elements, the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and the COA included in the price provide internationally recognized protection.

Authenticity and MTM guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian benchmark for demanding collectors of authentic sports memorabilia. Each piece is selected with rigorous quality and provenance criteria by our experts. The originality of the item is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the provenance and veracity of the autograph are declared by the free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA). Every shipment is made with rigid, shock-proof and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transit. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours from payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.