This photo was signed by Ian Botham on May 19, 2023 in Cardiff. The iconic image shows Beefy smoking a cigar after his match winning 149 not out from the third Test Match against Australia at Headingley. Despite having been 1–0 down after two Tests, Botham inspired England to an extraordinary win, dubbing the 1981 Ashes series "Botham's Ashes".
This item is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity detailing when and where the product was signed. Our company number and details are included on the certificate.
Signing photo
The certificate for this product includes a photo of the sportspeople or celebrity signing one of the product line at the relevant signing session. For logistical reasons it is impossible to photograph every product being signed, but showing that the sportsperson or celebrity was present and signing items is, we believe, the best way to demonstrate the legitimacy of your products.
Numbered security hologram
Your certificate will come with a numbered security hologram, which will correspond to a matching, identically numbered hologram on your product. This ensures that the certificate can only be used to authenticate the item for which there is a corresponding number. If anyone attempts to remove either hologram it will destruct, so it is impossible to transfer the holograms to other items.
UK delivery
We aim to dispatch all orders made before 12pm on a working day for delivery the following working day. Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays are not working days. Orders placed after 12pm are likely to take a day longer. The cost of delivery will be shown during the checkout process. All items are sent by DHL. If you are not in when a delivery is attempted, DHL will make two more attempts to redeliver, after which they will leave a card with instructions on how to retrieve it.
See our delivery page for full details, including worldwide delivery.
As standard, your photo will be delivered in a protective cellophane sleeve. However, you can choose to have it delivered in a presentation gift box, which not only looks great but can be used to store the photo in the future.
You might want to make your signed photo look even more special by framing it, in which case you should consider our framing service.
Deluxe framing is offered in a black frame with either a gold or silver inlay with a plaque stating who has signed the item. Standard framing is offered with a black frame and cream mount. This photo will be framed in house, meaning there will be no delay in dispatch.
What do I do if I want to return an item?
No problem, please read our returns page.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Amex, Visa, MasterCard, Delta, and Maestro credit and debit cards. We also accept PayPal and wallet payments such as WeChat, AliPay, Apple Pay and Google Pay. You will see all the options available in your country on the checkout page. All our payments are made on secure, encrypted servers, using Stripe.
What currencies can I pay in?
You have the option to view our prices in Australian Dollars, Euros, US Dollars, UAE Dirham and Chinese Yen but the prices shown are only a guide. All orders will be charged in Pounds Sterling as shown on your order confirmation, and converted at the rate determined by your card issuer.
How do I know your items are genuine?
Authenticity is everything to us, and obviously it's vitally important to you as a customer. We ONLY sell products with original autographs, that have come from official signing sessions. We never supply copies, prints or facsimile signatures. Read about our authenticity guarantee.
What size is the shirt (or boot)?
We buy a selection of sizes (depending on availability from the manufacturer at the time), but we might be able to find a specific size if you want.
Can I make my order anonymous?
Yes, if you like. Just email or call us and we can send the packing note separately or not at all.
Are the football shirts you use official replicas?
Yes, we use the same shirts you would buy from a club shop. If the shirt is older (not in current production) we buy official "retro" replicas made by the authorised manufacturers only.
My order is a gift and I need it urgently. What can I do?
Please contact us and we will do our very best to help. We can usually ship overnight.
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