MIAMI, FL – NOVEMBER 04: Joe Namath, former New York Jet captain, arrives before their game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on November 4, 2018 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reeves/Getty Images)
One lucky and probably wealthy buyer was able to purchase an iconic piece of clothing from Joe Namath.
Heritage auctions is currently auctioning off a mink coat owned by the former New York Jets quarterback. The current bid is $5,250 as of Sunday morning, but the auctioneer expects the final price to rise to $20,000 or more.
A tiger-striped coat provided by Namath’s attorney, James S. Walsh, shows his initials, “JWN,” hammered into the inside.
The package also included a 1969 issue Esquire magazine and football signed by Broadway Joe.
Namath led the Jets to their only championship in franchise history, fulfilling his guarantee to win Super Bowl III over the Colts in 1969.
He became a major icon on and off the field, playing himself in numerous television shows. His presence in fashion played a large role in his larger than life persona.
Bidding for Namath’s coat will end on August 27.
