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Collector Grade autographed and signed memorabilia: a PSA/DNA slabbed 1974 McDonald's 50¢ gift certificate hand-signed by Ray Kroc, graded Mint 9. Ray Kroc, the entrepreneur who turned McDonald's from a small operation into a worldwide brand, opened his first franchise in 1955 and bought out the McDonald brothers in 1961, fueling explosive global growth. In 1974—the year of this certificate—he also purchased the San Diego Padres, highlighting his broad cultural impact beyond fast food.
Collector's Highlights:
- Profession: Entrepreneur
- Item: 2.75x6 McDonald's 50 Cent Gift Certificate (1974), autographed by Ray Kroc; PSA/DNA slab; Autograph Grade Mint 9
- Authentication: PSA/DNA (slabbed; Auto Grade Mint 9; certification searchable on the PSA website)
PSA/DNA authentication and the Mint 9 grade provide confidence in the signature’s long-term collectible value. This verified authentic Ray Kroc autograph ties directly to McDonald’s history and is a rare, display-ready piece for serious business and pop-culture memorabilia collectors.

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Details & Craftsmanship
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Description
Collector Grade autographed and signed memorabilia: a PSA/DNA slabbed 1974 McDonald's 50¢ gift certificate hand-signed by Ray Kroc, graded Mint 9. Ray Kroc, the entrepreneur who turned McDonald's from a small operation into a worldwide brand, opened his first franchise in 1955 and bought out the McDonald brothers in 1961, fueling explosive global growth. In 1974—the year of this certificate—he also purchased the San Diego Padres, highlighting his broad cultural impact beyond fast food.
Collector's Highlights:
- Profession: Entrepreneur
- Item: 2.75x6 McDonald's 50 Cent Gift Certificate (1974), autographed by Ray Kroc; PSA/DNA slab; Autograph Grade Mint 9
- Authentication: PSA/DNA (slabbed; Auto Grade Mint 9; certification searchable on the PSA website)
PSA/DNA authentication and the Mint 9 grade provide confidence in the signature’s long-term collectible value. This verified authentic Ray Kroc autograph ties directly to McDonald’s history and is a rare, display-ready piece for serious business and pop-culture memorabilia collectors.
























