Autographed Photo Bob Beamon – Olympic Long Jump Record – Mexico City 1968 – COA

Bob Beamon's Autographed Photograph: The Jump That Changed Track and Field History

A large photograph — 28.2x20.2 cm — depicting Bob Beamon at the moment of his legendary long jump, the one that on October 18, 1968, at the Mexico City Olympic Games, shifted the boundaries of world sport with a measurement of 8.90 meters, a world record that remained unbeaten for 23 years. The American champion's original autograph is clearly and perfectly legibly placed directly on the photograph. The photo is preserved in Excellent condition, with colors and details perfectly intact. A historical sports document of universal significance: not just a simple relic, but the signature of someone who performed one of the most extraordinary athletic feats of all time.

The Champion: Bob Beamon

Robert Beamon, known as Bob (New York, August 29, 1946), is a former American long jumper who entered Olympic and world sports history with a single, devastating jump. On October 18, 1968, at the Mexico City Games, he set the world record in the long jump with a measurement of 8.90 meters — improving the previous record by almost 55 centimeters, a margin never before seen in a high-level track and field discipline. His record stood until 1991, when it was broken by Mike Powell. Beamon's feat was immediately described by experts as one of the greatest sporting exploits ever achieved by a human being, and the term "Beamonesque" is still used in the English-speaking world to denote a performance of exceptional and unrepeatable magnitude.

What is an original autographed photograph?

An original autographed photograph is a unique piece where the athlete's signature has been directly applied to the photographic surface with documented provenance, without intermediaries. It is distinctly different from printed reproductions or facsimiles due to several verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the surface, and the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. When the photograph documents one of the most iconic moments in sports history — such as Beamon's jump in Mexico City — the collectible value becomes extraordinary and cannot be replicated. In addition to these elements, a free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) is included, with the option to add a COA for international protection.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

Every MTM autograph comes with a free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA), a document issued by our experts that declares the provenance and veracity of the autograph according to our direct knowledge. For additional internationally recognized protection, a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued by an independent third-party certification body can be purchased separately.

Authenticity and MTM Guarantee

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