Billy Williams Signed & Inscribed "HOF 87" Official MLB Baseball - JSA Certified This is the inscribed version--and that distinction matters. Alongside his signature; Chicago Cubs legend Billy Williams personally added "HOF 87" to this official MLB baseball; referencing his 1987 Baseball Hall of Fame induction. Authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA); this piece carries both the autograph and the inscription that serious collectors prize most. Williams' inscribed baseballs are a staple of any Cubs or Hall of Fame collection; and the JSA certification ensures complete confidence in authenticity and long-term value. Key Features Signer: Billy Williams - "Sweet Swingin' Billy from Whistler" | Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Inscription: "HOF 87" - hand-written by Williams alongside his signature Item: Official Major League Baseball; hand-signed and inscribed Authentication: James Spence Authentication (JSA) Certificate of Authenticity (COA) included Condition: Excellent - display-ready Why the Inscription Adds Value Inscribed autographs--especially those referencing a player's Hall of Fame induction year--consistently command a premium over signature-only pieces. "HOF 87" directly ties this baseball to one of the most meaningful milestones of Williams' career; adding personal significance and collectible value that a signature alone cannot match. About Billy Williams Billy Williams is one of the most beloved players in Chicago Cubs history. A six-time All-Star who spent 16 seasons with the Cubs; "Sweet Swingin' Billy" finished his career with 2;711 hits; 426 home runs; and a .290 batting average. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1987; his number 26 was retired by the Cubs that same year--a permanent tribute to one of the franchise's all-time greats. JSA Authentication James Spence Authentication (JSA) is trusted by collectors; dealers; and auction houses worldwide. Your JSA COA provides expert-reviewed; tamper-evident verification--protecting both authenticity and long-term resale value. A must-have for Chicago Cubs fans; Hall of Fame collectors; and anyone building an investment-grade MLB memorabilia collection.