Signed Photo Franz Beckenbauer – Bayern Munich – European Cup Triumph 70s – 15.5x10 cm – COA Included

The rare autographed photograph of Franz Beckenbauer with the European Cup

An autographed photograph of extraordinary historical and collectible value (15.5×10 cm), in black and white, immortalizing Franz Beckenbauer, "Der Kaiser", in the act of lifting the European Cup during Bayern Munich's European dominance in the mid-1970s. The legendary German libero is depicted in the white Adidas tracksuit of the Bavarian team, with a proud gaze and arms outstretched upwards, holding the most prestigious trophy in European football, while the crowd and his teammates celebrate the triumph. An iconic image that captures one of the highest moments in the career of the greatest defender in football history. Franz Beckenbauer's original autograph is affixed in blue marker in the lower part of the print, large and perfectly legible. An extremely rare and sought-after piece by collectors worldwide, made even more valuable by the champion's passing in January 2024.

The Champion: Franz Beckenbauer

Franz Beckenbauer (Munich, September 11, 1945 – January 7, 2024), nicknamed "Der Kaiser", is universally recognized as the greatest defender in football history and the inventor of the modern libero role. A flagbearer for Bayern Munich from 1964 to 1977, he won four German championships, three consecutive European Cups (1974, 1975, 1976), a Cup Winners' Cup, and an Intercontinental Cup with the Bavarians. With West Germany, he was European Champion in 1972 and World Champion in 1974. The only defender to have won two Ballon d'Or awards (1972 and 1976), he is also one of the very few to have won the World Cup both as a player (1974) and as a coach (1990, leading West Germany). His elegance and vision of the game have forever marked the history of this sport.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph comes with the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included for free and the Certificate of Authenticity COA issued exclusively by the most authoritative independent third-party certification bodies in the world of collecting (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 piece where the footballer's signature has been affixed directly to the print, without intermediaries. It is distinguished from printed reproductions by the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the paper, and the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. In addition to these elements, the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and the COA Certificate are included in the price for internationally recognized protection. The collectible value of a Beckenbauer autograph grows over time in relation to his legendary historical relevance.

Authenticity and MTM Guarantee

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