What is a Hillerich bradsby co no 9 baseball bat?

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The H&B brand 9 model denotes a lower grade and is a inexpensive retail bat as opposed to the highest grade 125 bats that read HILLERERICH & BRADSBY Co. in the center label. The H&B center labels are more difficult to date. The H&B labeled bats were produced from the 1920's through the 1970's, The bulk of the value will rely on the player endorsement. Without one it will have a very low collectors value. If the name on the bat is not legible it will also lower the value significantly. For example a 1960's H&B 9 Nelson Fox Leader Baseball bat is worth about $25. -$50. in excellent used but not abused condition - excellent unused condition. A near/mint bat will sell fore more. The size of the bat will be a factor in value with Little League sized bats selling for less. 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 more information on vintage baseball bats, value, and dating I will leave links below.