Game Used Hank Aaron bats from the 1950's are very rare. A 1956 Adirondack bat sold for $14,300 in 2005 A Hank Aaron game used bat in general is worth about $4,500. -$5,000. if accompanied by the proper paperwork and provenance. The absence of acceptable documentation linking the bat to the noted player will bring a much lower price and will have to be identified by using player Characteristics, and company shipping records . The quality of provenance accompanying the game used bat will dictate the bulk of the value. Provenance is the documentation of the history of ownership of a particular item. It allows the buyer to secure additional insight as to the origin or chain of custody of the item. the provenance must come from a verifiable source. For example, a letter that comes from a source like a player, team executive, family member could have great impact while bats that originate from a particular collection or bats that come with letters from a spectator may not be given much, if any , weight. Player Characteristics For example could be the way a player taped a bat, or applied pine tar. Characteristics so unique to those players that the presence of those characteristics dramatically improves the likelihood that these players used these exact bats. The bat must show some signs of game-use that are attributable to or known for that particular player With or without provenance the bat will have to be evaluated by a reputable authenticating service. The experts that evaluate the bat will have to rely solely on player Characteristics and the bat will achieve a lower grade bringing the value down. However under rare circumstances a game-used bat that possesses extraordinary player characteristics may achieve a higher grade than a bat that is accompanied by provenance, if the player usage characteristics are superior. The degree of game use could also effect the value of the bat. Game used bats do not receive grades like "Mint" or "Near Mint" based on sheer condition. Game-used bats need to show some sign of wear in order for the expert to render an opinion. It is also part of the appeal of collecting game-used bats. Most collectors of game used bats prefer bats that Show "great use"
A Joe Torre game used Baseball bat is worth about $900.-$1,500.This is an approximate average price for a standard game-used bat. Bats that exhibit special or exceptional qualities can sell for more. Prices will vary based on the type of provenance accompanying the bat or and a letter of authenticity evaluating the user characteristics attributable to the player. The higher the grade given to the bat, the more valuable.
Eye appeal, cracked or un-cracked or the degree of use will also effect the price. Collectors of game used bats prefer a bat that shows good game use such ball marks, rack marks, pine tar, and characteristics unique to the player that used the bat.
Provenance is the history of ownership of a particular item. It allows the buyer to secure additional insight as to the origin or chain of custody of the item. A letter of Provenance from a team official or a person close to the source would be considered strong provenance. A letter from a fan or from a collector would not be considered acceptable provenance.
The term "Game Used" is a piece of equipment that has been used by a professional player of note during a game such as a baseball bat or glove. A piece of equipment used in a professional game such as a "game used" base. For example a bat used by a professional baseball player like Mickey Mantle is "Game Used" A bat that was used in a little league game is a used bat not a "Game used" bat.
In general a Babe Ruth store model bat could be worth between $200. -$500. Besides condition there are many factors that will effect the price more or less. Baseball bats closest to the players size and model number that was used during his playing days will sell at a higher price. Decal bats are very desirable and could sell in the $1,000.'s
The dating of the bat is one of the most important factors on value along with condition. Hillerich & Bradsby Co. Louisville Slugger has used different oval center brands in their history. By identifying the center label, trade marks, and patens you can narrow down the year to what era the bat was made.
For example: a bat made between 1916 - 1929 will have HILLERERICH & BRADSBY Co in the center label as opposed to J.F. HILLERERICH & SON Co as the bats made before. TRADE MARK REG US PAT OFF appears below the oval and changed to TRADE MARK REG in 1930.
"Bone Rubbed" is a process to harden the surface of the bat and appears on bats made in the 1920s The "Powerized"process was first used, and patented by the Hillerich & Bradsby Co. in 1931 and has pat. pending beneath the stamp. Powerized and Bone Rubbed" logo is used during the 1932 season. In 1933 and 1934 you will see it stamped "Powerized and Oil Tempered" which usually is a very light heat foil type print. in 1935 until present, they go with just "Powerized"
During the 1980's Louisville Slugger issued these replicas of Babe Ruth's last style bat, and stamped 1935 on the knob. The majority of these were sold through a mail order company called J. Petterman and listed at around $100. Yes. The same J. Petterman catalogue featured on the television comedy series Seinfeld. These replica bats sell for about $55.-$125, on eBay.
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2006 Game Used BaseballThe value of a "game used" 2006 Yankees baseball will rely on your ability to prove so. Otherwise it will be valued as a used Major League baseball, and will have a lower value than a baseball that is in clean mint condition, about $20.00 The "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.
Clean New Autographed BasbeallWhen a baseball is signed by a player(s) the collectible is the signature not the baseball. The baseball is an item to display the signature. A clean white baseball is most preferred to display the signature. A "game used" ball is a collectible and will vary in value depending on the historic value of the game if any. Added value as a "game used "ball would be in the ability to prove so. A "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the added value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in the story. In most cases a "game Used baseball will lower the value of the signature based on condition.
Game Used Signed BaseballYou did not mention who signed the baseball and a value cannot be given. If the baseball is "game used" it could have a lower value based on condition. A clean white baseball would be most preferred to display the signatures. Added value as a game ball would be in your ability to prove so. A "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the added value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.
Game used baseballThe value of a "game used" baseball caught ata Detroit Tigers Game will rely on your ability to prove so. Otherwise it will be valued as a used Major League baseball, and will have a lower value than a baseball that is in clean mint condition. A "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.
The value of the baseball will be determined by which three ballplayers signed the baseball, the condition of the signatures, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signatures. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Your baseball being game used could lower the value based on the condition of the baseball. Part of the value of the signatures will rely on how well the baseball displays the signatures. It would be hard to prove that the baseball was used during a Major League game. Anything less than a letter of provenance from a team or league official will not be good enough. Even if the baseball is proven to be game used, unless it is from a noted game, the bulk of the value will rely on the signatures. Signatures on a clean white baseball will sell at a higher value than a baseball with dirt on it.
Game Used BaseballI'm not exactly sure what you mean by "winning ball" but the value of a "game used" baseball will rely on your ability to prove so. Otherwise it will be valued as a "used Major League baseball" and will have a much lower value. A "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.
Game Used BaseballThe value of a "game used" baseball hit by a ballplayer will rely on your ability to prove so. Otherwise it will be valued as a used Major League baseball ($10.00 or less). The "Game used" baseball will have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the value. depending on the strength of the provenance more. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.
A game used baseball might sell for about $5.-$10. on eBay depending on the condition of the baseball. it cannot be proven that the baseball was hit or thrown by Bronson Arroyo during a game, and extra value cannot be added for this.Any piece of game used equipment would need to be accompanies by a letter of provenance stating that the item was used during a game. The strength of the provenance will dictate the value. A letter of provenance from a team player or official will be acceptable. A letter of provenance from a fan at the game will not hold much weight if any.Provenance is the history of ownership of a particular item. It allows the buyer to secure additional insight as to the origin or chain of custody of the item.Game Used is a term used for a piece of equipment that has been used by a professional player of note during a game such as a baseball bat or glove. A piece of equipment used in a professional game such as a "game used" baseball. For example a bat used by a professional baseball player like Mickey Mantle is "Game Used" A bat that was used in a little league game is a used bat not a "Game used" bat. For more information on baseball collectible terms see Related Links below.
An Ozzie Smith single signed baseball is worth about $75.-$100. 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. Without being able to prove that the baseball was used during a Major League game, the game used baseball could lower the value according to the condition of the baseball. In a recent auction a ozzie smith single signed baseball sold for $119.50
1927 Official American League Ban Johnson baseballA 1927 Official American League Ban Johnson baseball is worth about $1,200. in excellent condition. (not signed by any team) The whiter the baseball the more valuable. If you mean you have a baseball that was used in a Yankees game there is no way to prove it is a game used baseball and will have no added value. The game used condition may lower the value of the baseball.
If the baseball is signed by Sandy Koufax on a clean white baseball it is worth between $250.-$400. 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 If the baseball is signed and is "game used" it will have a lower value based on condition. Without being able to prove it was game used by Sandy Kofuax you cannot sell it as such. Any added value will rely on your ability to prove so. Nothing short than a letter of provenance from a team official or player would be good enough. A letter from a fan at the game will not hold much weight if any. Ig the baseball is not signed, it would have the value of a vintage baseball in used condition.
Robinson Cano single signed Game used baseballA Robinson Cano single signed baseball is worth about $35.-$45. Signatures authenticated in person by a reputable company that uses holograms like Steiner Sports will sell at a higher value.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.The game used baseball could lessen the value of the signature based on condition. A clean white baseball would be most preferred for the signature.The added value of a "game used" baseball will rely on your ability to prove so. Otherwise it will be valued as a used Major League baseball, and will have a lower value than a baseball that is in clean mint condition. A "Game used" baseball would have to be accompanied with provenance, and the quality of the provenance will dictate the value. A letter from a player, team, or League official would be acceptable. A letter from a fan at the game would not hold much weight if any. Without provenance the added value will rely on the buyers belief in your story.