answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer
Lou Gehrig Signed LetterIn general a typed letter signed by Lou Gehrig would have a value of about $2,000.00 - $2,500.00 A hand written letter signed by Lou Gehrig would have a value of about $7,000.00 - $8,000.00. Value will vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the letter. The personal or historic subject of the letter would have an effect on the value as well. If the letter is not authenticated it could sell at half the market value or less.
User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Nothing, until it's been authenticated. Your and your grandfather's ownership is just its 'provenance', an important factor, but still, only one factor.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What is the value of a Lou Gehrig signed letter to my grandfather?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

How much is a Lou Gehrig signature on a Lou Gehrig letterhead worth?

Lou Gehrig signed letterheadA Lou Gehrig signed typed letter is worth about $2,500.-$3,000. A Lou Gehrig signed letterhead might be valued somewhere between a 'cut signature' (signed piece of paper) and an 8x10 photo. A Lou Gehrig 'cut signature is worth about $1,000. -$1,500. A Lou Gehrig signed photo is worth about $3,000.-$5,000. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.


What is the value of a brown 18 inch bat signed by Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio?

$10,000


Babe Ruth Lou gehrig signed baseball with team?

Ruth Gehrig New York Yankees team signed baseballThere are 12 years, 1923-1934, that Lou Gehrig would appear on a New York Yankees team signed baseball. If the ball you have features players from different years it could have a lower value than if it was attributed to a single year. The 1927 New York Yankees will have the highest value


What is the value of a scorecard signed by Lou Gehrig Babe Ruth Ty Cobb Walter Johnson and Al Simmons?

About 145,522


Was wondering the value of a 8x10 signed photo of Lou Gehrig?

Lou Gehrig autographed photoA Lou Gehrig autographed photo would be in the $3,500.-$5,000 price range. Larger and more desired photos could sell for more. Most Lou Gehrig signed photos that sell on market are smaller than 8x10. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Signatures that are not properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.


What is the value of a Lou Gehrig Signed Official Liga Mexicana Profesional Baseball?

Lou Gehrig single signed baseballA Lou Gehrig single signed baseball is worth about $5,000.-$8,000. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Signatures that are not properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.An official American League baseball would be most preferred for the signature. The Official Liga Mexicana Professional Baseball could lower the value some or it may not. The bulk of the value will rely on the condition and display of the signature.


What is the value of a baseball from 1929 signed by Ruth and Gehrig?

A Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig duel signed baseball is worth about $15,000. -$30,000. Price will vary based on the type of baseball signed, condition of both the baseball and signatures, and what type of authenticity that accompanies the signatures.In an auction held in May of 2007 a pristine example of this duel signed baseball sold for $33,460. and another sold for $26,290. in October 2007 an excellent duel signed Ruth Gehrig baseball signed with the quotation marks around "Babe" that typified his pre-1928 autograph sold for $14,340.Lots of these Babe Ruth & Lou Gehrig baseballs were signed during Barnstorming tours of the US. Below is a link to a great baseball that sold for about $25,000. The Babe Ruth Autograph signed on the Baseball with the inscription: "I'll Punch Lou in the Nose" and the Lou Gehrig Autograph signed on the Baseball with the inscription: "To my friend Kay from H.L. Gehrig The kid known as Lou" Check it out.


How much is a letter written to a newspaper editor grandfather from Babe Ruth on May 13 1947 worth?

Is it a hand-written letter or a typed letter signed by Ruth? Babe Ruth died 8/16/48, making your letter near the end of his life. I'd guess the value to be a few thousand dollars, but the true value is highly dependent on the condition of the letter and the signature.


What is the cost of a baseball signed by Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig that is in mint condition?

A Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig duel signed baseball is worth about $15,000. -$30,000. Price will vary based on the type of baseball signed, condition of both the baseball and signatures, and what type of authenticity that accompanies the signatures. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.In an auction held in May of 2007 a pristine example of this duel signed baseball sold for $33,460. and another sold for $26,290. in October 2007 an excellent duel signed Ruth Gehrig baseball signed with the quotation marks around "Babe" that typifies his pre-1928 autograph sold for $14,340.Lots of these Babe Ruth & Lou Gehrig baseballs were signed during Barnstorming tours of the US. Below is a link to a great baseball that sold for about $25,000. The Babe Ruth Autograph signed on the Baseball with the inscription: "I'll Punch Lou in the Nose" and the Lou Gehrig Autographed inscription: "To my friend Kay from H.L. Gehrig The kid known as Lou" Check it out.


What is the value of an original 1932 World Series Game Five baseball that was signed by Ruth Gehrig and three others and personalized to an umpire?

A Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig dual signed baseball is worth about $15,000. -$30,000. Price will vary based on the type of baseball signed, condition of both the baseball and signatures, and what type of authenticity that accompanies the signatures. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. The "three other" signatures on your baseball would normally bring the value down But, if the inscription to the umpire refers to the 1932 World Series it could have added value. In an auction held in May of 2007 a pristine example of this dual signed baseball sold for $33,460. and another sold for $26,290. in October 2007 an excellent dual signed Ruth Gehrig baseball signed with the quotation marks around "Babe" that typifies his pre-1928 autograph sold for $14,340.


What is the value of two 1928 signed dollars bills one signed by Lou gehrig the other by Babe Ruth in excellent condition?

They both only have value when authenticated properly by a well known company in my opinion. I may be a buyer? Call me? Richard 760-672-2415


What is the value of a Lou Gehrig single signed baseball?

A Lou Gehrig single signed baseball is worth about $5,000.-$8,000. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Signatures that are not properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. In a recent auction a Lou Gehrig single signed baseball sold for $3,346.00. The signature was a weak 5/10 -7/10 (graded 1-10/out of 10) so yes, condition is important. A signature in pristine condition on a nice clean white baseball could sell higher than $10,000.