Signed Franco Baresi – Vintage NR Red Shorts – Made in Italy – COA Included

An Essential Relic: Franco Baresi's Autograph on a Pair of Vintage NR Shorts

A vintage sports short in shiny red fabric, NR brand, Made in Italy, size II (Medium), with the brand logo embroidered on the left leg. This is a generic vintage item, not owned or worn by Franco Baresi in a match, but acquired and subsequently autographed by the champion: a piece that combines the aesthetics of 1980s sportswear with the direct value of the signature. Baresi's original autograph is affixed with a black marker on the left leg, next to the brand logo, in a large, confident, and perfectly legible manner. The internal label confirms the item's Italian production. Excellent condition, fabric and seams intact despite the age of the item.

The Captain: Franco Baresi

Franco Baresi (Travagliato, May 8, 1960 – Milan, July 31, 2026), captain of AC Milan from 1982 until his retirement in 1997, is considered one of the strongest defenders in the history of world football. With AC Milan, he won six Serie A titles, three European Cups, and two Intercontinental Cups, establishing himself as an absolute symbol of loyalty and leadership for an entire generation of Rossoneri fans. His number 6 was retired by the club at the end of his career, a tribute reserved for very few captains in the history of Italian football. A simple but direct autograph like this, affixed to a vintage sports item unrelated to a specific match or season, represents an accessible way to own a piece of history linked to one of the absolute icons of Italian football.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph is accompanied by the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge and the COA Certificate of Authenticity 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 autographed vintage sports item?

An autographed vintage sports item is a period garment, not necessarily linked to a specific team or match, on which a champion affixes their original signature. It differs from match-worn jerseys or official replicas due to the absence of direct attribution to a club or competition, but it retains the intact value of the autograph itself, verifiable through elements such as the irregular pressure of the stroke and the naturalness of the graphic gesture. A piece designed for collectors who desire an authentic autograph on an original and distinctive medium, at a more accessible entry value.

Authenticity and MTM Guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian reference point 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 MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge. Every shipment takes place with rigid, shockproof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours from payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.