The 1997 Leaf Signature Edition 8x10 Ben Coates Hard Signed Auto is an oversized sports trading card featuring an autograph from Ben Coates, a former player for the New England Patriots in the National Football League (NFL). Manufactured by Leaf in 1997, this limited edition card is made of card stock and is an original piece, not a reprint. The autograph is hard signed by Coates, authenticated by Leaf, and is a valuable collector's item for fans of football memorabilia.