Authentic Type 3 photograph of Wayne Gretzky in September 1988, when the Los Angeles Kings held their training camp and exhibition games in British Columbia, Canada. This was sent out on the Associated Press/Canadian Press newswire and exists in very limited quantities.

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This photo comes from a newspaper library where it was stored flat from its initial date of issue but will have been handled and is offered as-is. In some cases it will have writing and publication information on the back.

PSA Photograph Type Classification system

Type 1/I - first generation photograph developed from the original negative within 2 years of when the picture was taken. The most desirable and valuable of the four photograph types because of their vintage and originality.

Type 2/II - first generation photograph developed from the original negative more than 2 years after the picture was taken.

Type 3/III - second generation photograph developed from duplicate source for wire transmission within 2 years of when the picture was taken. Commonly referred to as a "wire photo."

Type 4/IV - second generation photograph developed from duplicate source for wire transmission more than 2 years after the picture was taken. Type 4/IV photos are generally issued after 1970.

CONDITION: Very Good. Some light wear to bottom right corner.

SIZE: 7.5 inches x 8.5 inches

WRITING ON BACK: No.

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