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Baseballs featuring the genuine autograph of Babe Ruth are highly sought by collectors and potentially very valuable. Unfortunately, they are also very often forged. Presuming authenticity, values can range dramatically. Key factors are: the placement and clarity of Ruth's signature (the bigger and bolder, the better), the type of ball (is it an "Official American League" ball?), and the all-important overall condition of the ball and signature. The provenance; the who, what, when and where of a signed ball's history, may also add value if it's documented. If genuine, your ball would be worth $1500 to as much as $7500, depending on all the aforementioned factors. The toning and "yellowing" you describe would be a non-issue if the signature is authentic, but just FYI, an absolutely pristine signed Ruth ball could be worth $10,000-12,000, and perhaps more. With Autographs, a picture is truly worth the proverbial thousand words, and can save alotta time in the authentication, appraisal, and selling process.
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∙ 16y agoAn autograph that is not authenticated by a creditable company could sell at half the price or less than one that is. Two of the top, and most trusted authenticators are PSA/DNA, and James Spence Authentic (JSA). Collectors will pay more for signatures authenticated by either one.
It may sound odd but in some cases PSA/DNA, and JSA authenticated signatures may sell higher than a Letter of authenticity from an unknown or less trusted authenticator that witnessed the signing even though PSA/DNA, and JSA did not. It's just a matter of collectors trust, and collectors will pay more for it.
Check the respective websites Show Schedule to see if they will be in the area that you live. They also do business through the mail. Before spending money on having the autograph authenticated do your homework. Find signatures on line that have been properly authenticated, and compare them to yours. If you feel comfortable that they are authentic then proceed. See related Links below to compare your Babe Ruth signature. And I also left links to both Authenticators. == ==
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∙ 12y agoYou can do a search for a Babe Ruth signed Baseball, and find plenty signatures on line. Be sure that the signature has been authenticated by a trusted source. See Related Links below for a Babe Ruth Autograph sample that has been properly authenticated.
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∙ 15y agoAn autograph that is not authenticated by a creditable company could sell at half the price or less than one that is. Two of the top, and most trusted authenticators are PSA/DNA, and James Spence Authentic (JSA). Collectors will pay more for signatures authenticated by either one.
It may sound odd but in some cases PSA/DNA, and JSA authenticated signatures may sell higher than a Letter of authenticity from an unknown or less trusted authenticator that witnessed the signing even though PSA/DNA, and JSA did not. It's just a matter of collectors trust, and collectors will pay more for it.
Check the respective websites Show Schedule to see if they will be in the area that you live. They also do business through the mail. Before spending money on having the autograph authenticated do your homework. Find signatures on line that have been properly authenticated, and compare them to yours. If you feel comfortable that they are authentic then proceed. See related Links below to compare your Babe Ruth signature. And I also left links to both Authenticators.
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∙ 15y agoIf you do a search for a Babe Ruth signed baseball, you will find plenty of photos of a Babe Ruth signature at many of the top auction houses. See Related Links below for a picture of a Babe Ruth autographed baseball. Google Images. Enter: Babe Ruth Autographed Baseball
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∙ 11y agoYour local Sports Memorabilia store(which I recommend), eBay, Amazon, and other online shopping sites.
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If you sell to a dealer you will only get about half the market value more or less depending on how long the dealer feels it will take to resell. To get top matket value you must sell directly to a collector and you might want to sell it through an online auction house that specializes in sports memorabilia.
The auction house will give you a free estimate on value and make sure the signature's are properly authenticated. If the "authenticated photo" you have is from the1927 "Bustin' Babes and Larrupin' Lou's" barnstorming tour it would have facsimile signatures (copies) and you might have a second generation photo from 1927 with a high value or a licensed modern reproduction which will have a low collectors value.
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Babe Ruth singed baseball look like?
Babe Ruth Autograph SampleSee Related Links below for a sample of a Babe Ruth signature signed on a baseball along with Lou Gehrig. The signature is authenticated by PSA/DNA.
What does Babe Ruth's autograph look like?
See Related Links below for a sample of Babe Ruth's autograph.
Does anyone have a Babe Ruth autograph?
yes
What does Babe Ruth look like?
See Related Links below for a sample of Babe Ruth's autograph.
Where could one purchase an autograph of Babe Ruth?
Although there are places one could purchase a Babe Ruth autograph the authenticity of such an autograph should be verified carefully. Unless you are lucky enough to come across one unexpectedly, the only place to purchase would be an auction or through a personally placed advertisement.
What is the value of a Babe Ruth card with a fake atograph?
The value depends on which card it is, and what you mean by fake autograph. If you mean a facsimile autograph, a copy of Babe Ruth's signature that is part of the printing of the card, then the value of the card will rely on the year, and the set the card is from. If you mean someone wrote on the card "Babe Ruth" then the value of the card will be drastically lowered in value, if any value at all.
What is the value of an autograph of Babe Ruth signed with his first name followed by Babe Ruth?
it is worth about 35,000 dollars, i wouldn't sell it thoughGeorge Herman Ruth signed baseballA Babe Ruth signature is one of the most prized signatures in the hobby. A Babe Ruth single signed baseball in general is worth about $6,000.-$10,000. Value may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. If the signature is not properly authenticated the signed picture could sell at half the market value or less. The signature should be bold, strong, and stand out in contrast to the photo. A weak, and faded signature will sell for less. Most autographs in Ruth's day was signed with a fountain pen. A signature with the quotation marks around "Babe" typifies his pre-1928 autograph and will sell at a higher value.A baseball Signed with his full name "George Herman Ruth" will sell at a higher price at about $20,000.-$30,000.
What is the value of a 1935 world series souvenir scorecard with a Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron autograph?
The scorecard with only Ruth's authenticated autograph, would be worth $300-$600. Aarons autograph added to the card 20 years later (he was born Feb 5th, 1934), will diminish the cards value by at least half. If it had an authenticated autograph of Ruth only and if the signature and card is in Class 1 condition, value would be $800-$1200. If it was Aarons authenticated autograph on a scorecard during one of his world series, it would be worth $200-$400. But I'm sorry to inform you that autographs of two different players, twenty years minimum apart, diminishes the value in half or less than half. Remember, its who signed it, where it was signed, and when it was signed and most of all are the autographs authenticated. For instance: If you had the "716 baseball" that Aaron broke Ruth's 25 year home run record of 715, and it had an authenticated Hank Aaron signature on it, it would be priceless simply because it has a story to go with it. I believe a drunk fan got off with the ball unsigned and there has been hundreds fail authentication since.
What is the meaning of psadna California grade is worth if it is signed by Babe Ruth?
PSA/DNA Authenticating Services is located in California. The Item signed was authenticated, and graded by PSA/DNA. The value of the Babe Ruth signature will be determined by what item was signed, and the grade it was given.One of the most prized signatures in the hobby a Babe Ruth single signed baseball in general is worth about $6,000.-$10,000. Value may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. A PSA/DNA authenticated Babe Ruth signature given a high grade will sell at a higher price.
What is value of Ted Williams and Babe Ruth autograph by Williams?
i do not know the answer but it mite help if you go on bing.com and search it.... or you could get a life.....
What is the value of a copied Babe Ruth baseball?
A copy as in a fake Babe Ruth signe baseball would have no value, and you could get in big trouble to sell it as authentic. If the Baseabll features a stamped signature as a modern souvenir baseball it would have a value of about $5-$10.
What was Babe Ruth's ethnicity?
Babe Ruth is black
