Title: 1947 Rose Bowl Official Game Program - UCLA Bruins vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Vintage College Football Ephemera
Description: This is an authentic, original 1947 Rose Bowl game program. Issued for the historic classic played on January 1, 1947, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, this post-war publication documents the 33rd annual Rose Bowl matchup between the UCLA Bruins and the Illinois Fighting Illini. Filled with period advertisements, vintage photographs, feature articles, and the complete team rosters, this program is a genuine piece of mid-century college football ephemera.
Game Specifications:
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Event: 33rd Annual Rose Bowl Game (1947)
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Matchup: UCLA Bruins vs. Illinois Fighting Illini
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Date: January 1, 1947
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Venue: The Rose Bowl (Pasadena, CA)
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Item Type: Genuine Souvenir Official Game Program
Detailed Condition & Flaw Report: This vintage paper item shows clear signs of age and handling. Please review the specific structural flaws listed below before purchasing:
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Overall Condition: This vintage paper item is in good Used Condition.
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Spine & Binding: The spine fold shows visible stress cracking, light paper splitting at the top and bottom ends, and oxidation (rusting) on the original binding staples.
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Cover Wear: Both covers exhibit handling creases, soft corner folds, surface scuffing, and minor ink rubbing from age and past storage.
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Edges & Corners: Outer margins show light edge fraying, minor nicks, and corner softening/blunting.
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Interior Pages: The interior paper stock shows uniform vintage age-toning and yellowing, with occasional light thumb smudging or minor corner folds, but remains complete and free of text-obscuring marks.
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Photo Reminder: Please examine all high-resolution listing photos closely to verify the exact spine condition, cover creases, and edge wear before buying.
Shipping & Store Logistics:
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Rigid Shipping Protection: To prevent further bending, creasing, or edge damage during transit, this vintage program is enclosed in a protective sleeve and placed between heavy cardboard reinforcement panels inside secure packaging packaging.
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Tracked Delivery: All orders are packed securely and shipped quickly with tracking numbers with Notifications sent directly via email.
