1985 World Champion Coach & Hall of Famer: Mike Ditka Autographed Custom Navy Jersey
Celebrate the legendary leader of the iconic 1985 Chicago Bears with this official Mike Ditka Autographed Chicago Bears Custom Navy Football Jersey. Hand-signed in sharp, permanent high-contrast marker across the jersey number panel by Pro Football Hall of Fame Tight End, 3x Super Bowl Champion (as player, assistant coach, and head coach), and mastermind head coach of the historic '85 Bears defense, Mike "Iron Mike" Ditka (#89).
First drafted by Chicago in 1961, Ditka revolutionized the tight end position before returning to Motown on the sidelines to lead the legendary 1985 Bears team to a dominant 15-1 season and a Super Bowl XX victory. Renowned for his fiery passion, toughness, and enduring Chicago sports legacy, Ditka remains one of the most beloved figures in NFL history. Featuring custom sewn nameplates and numbers on classic home navy-style fabric, this Size XL custom piece is engineered specifically as a standout centerpiece for custom framing, wall hanging, fan caves, or elite sports memorabilia collections.
Ironclad Schwartz Sports Authentication Validation
To guarantee 100% indisputable lifetime market legitimacy, this hand-signed jersey has been fully certified authentic by Schwartz Sports Authentication, a premier sports memorabilia authentication firm.
- Authentication Firm: Schwartz Sports Authentication
- Athlete / Personality: Mike Ditka ("Iron Mike" / Hall of Fame Class of 1988 / 1985 Super Bowl XX Champion Head Coach)
- Team / League: Chicago Bears / National Football League (NFL)
- Item Style / Size: Custom Navy Display Jersey / Men's Extra Large (XL)
- Player / Details: Mike Ditka #89
- Signature Ink: High-Contrast Permanent Marker Signature
- Authentication Deliverables: Serial-numbered tamper-evident Schwartz Sports security hologram sticker attached directly to the jersey along with a matching digital Certificate of Authenticity (COA) for direct online verification lookup.
▸ How to Verify Your Security Hologram
Your genuine Mike Ditka autographed jersey includes direct digital verification powered by the official Schwartz Sports Authentication Database.
- Locate Security Hologram: Find the unique, tamper-evident Schwartz Sports security sticker attached directly to the jersey fabric or sewn number.
- Navigate to Lookup: Visit the official Schwartz Sports verification portal (schwartzsportsauthentics.com).
- Input Certification Code: Type the unique alphanumeric serial code printed on your hologram sticker into the search tool.
- Review Verified Details: Instantly confirm the matching player record, signing details, item description, and official digital authentication status.
What is a Custom Collectible Jersey?
Please note that this item is a custom collectible jersey intended exclusively for display and autograph collecting. Custom jerseys are not manufactured by, associated with, or affiliated with any professional sports league or apparel manufacturer (such as Nike, adidas, or Mitchell & Ness). This jersey does not contain any commercial brand logos, league patches, or official team trademarks. It features stitched player names and numbers on a high-quality fabric garment, providing an affordable, pristine canvas specifically designed for autograph framing and display.
Risk-Free Shopping & Premium Protective Shipping
- Secure Protective Packaging: Your autographed custom jersey is neatly folded inside a protective poly sleeve and shipped inside a rigid, heavy-duty corrugated shipping box to ensure it arrives pristine, clean, and ready for display or custom framing. Standard ground shipping is completely free.
- Free 30-Day Returns: Shop with total confidence. If you are not completely satisfied with the jersey's condition, signature clarity, or overall presentation upon arrival, return it within 30 days for a full refund—we cover all return shipping costs.
Product Specifications & Details
- Player / Coach: Mike Ditka ("Iron Mike" / HOF 1988 / 1985 Super Bowl Champion)
- Team / League: Chicago Bears (NFL)
- Item Type: Custom Stitched Collectible Football Jersey
- Color / Size: Classic Home Navy / Men's Extra Large (XL)
- Authentication: Schwartz Sports Tamper-Proof Security Sticker & Digital COA
- Condition: Brand-new / Mint collector condition, ready for display presentation or shadowbox framing
