The value of "Supposedly" used and signed by Babe Ruth is low if not worthless. The Baseball will only have value if "it is" used and signed by Babe Ruth. The only way to remove the "Supposedly" is by having the signature properly authenticated. As far as being "used" only a high level letter of provenance tracing the ball back to the baseball actually being used by the Babe will confirm this. Without strong provenance the ball will always be "Supposedly used" and will have no value as such. There will be no way of proving that the baseball is "game used" or "used by Babe Ruth" so what you have is a Babe Ruth single signed baseball which does have high value. However if the baseball is not properly authenticated you could land up with half the market value or less. The value of a Babe Ruth single signed baseball could be worth anywhere from $4,000. -$10,000. and up Value will vary baseball on the condition of both the baseball and signature, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. The signature should be strong, and bold, as opposed to faded and hard to see. If the baseball is "Supposedly" game used then the baseball should be an Official Major League Baseball, and this will add some value as well, as opposed to a common store bought baseball. For more information on autographed baseballs visit the link I left on this page. I also left a link to a sample of Babe Ruths autograph.
You can put it on eBay or put it in for auction at an auction house
Unusual Autographed baseballAn unusually or rare signed baseball will not have a high value unless there is a demand for it. Because it is unusual you might not find a history of sales to base a vaalue on. Search through the archives on a number of auction houses and try to find an auction where a similar baseball was sold. Take note of the condition of your ball to the baseball that you are viewing.
Ebay or an auction
The most expensive autographed baseball in history was sold at an auction held on May 6, 2006 when a Joe DiMaggio Marilyn Monroe duel signed baseball sold for $191,200. Breaking the record of a Babe Ruth signed baseball in 2005. A Babe Ruth single signed baseball, the finest known Ruth-signed ball, graded 9.5 out of 10 by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) sold for $150,000 in 2005. Babe Ruth single signed baseballs in general sell for about $4,000.-$10,000. so this price is well above the market value.
Ted Williams Signed baseballYou could find a Ted Williams Signed baseball on eBay but make sure it is properly authenticated. There are a number of reputable auction houses that specialize in baseball memorabilia as well. You could also find a "Trusted Dealer" on line. you will pay a bit more for it but you can rest that the dealer will make good for your purchase.
Joe Jackson Signed Baseball GloveA Joe Jackson signature is one of the rarest autographs in the hobby. Rarely found at auction a signed baseball could sell in the $25,000. -$40,000. price range. A signed baseball glove would be compatible in value if not more. The baseball glove could be endorsed by Joe Jackson and not hand signed. A Joe Jackson signature model glove can fetch a value in the $1,000's depending on condition.
Search for a signed photo for the player on eBay's closed auctions or use the auction archives of the many online auction houses that specialize in baseball memorabilia. Take note of condition and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. This should give you an idea of value.
A Bronson Arroyo single signed baseball is worth about $20.-$25. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. 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. Add for inscriptions. In a recent auction a Bronson Arroyo single signed baseball sold for $17.50 For more prices on single signed baseball see Related Links below.
A Monte Irvin single signed baseball is worth about $40.-$60.Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. 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. Add for inscriptions. In a recent auction a Monte Irvin single signed baseball sold for $60.95. For more prices on single signed baseball see Related Links below.
An Jason Giambi single signed baseball is worth between $30.-$40. 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 have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions. In a recent auction a Andre Jason Giambi Signed Baseball sold for $28.51
A Hideki Matsui single signed baseball is worth between $50.-$75. 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 have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add For inscriptions. In a recent auction a Hideki Matsui single signed baseball sold for $64.95
An Andruw Jone single signed baseball is worth between $40.-$50. 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 have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions. In a recent auction an Andruw Jones Single Signed Baseball sold for $31.00