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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.
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.
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EzraUnique items such as this ball often defy appraising through conventional sources and guides, and the process is far more subjective. Of particular note though, would be the all-important overall condition of the ball and Autographs, as well as the placement of the signatures. The most important autograph is that of Ruth's, and ironically (at least in terms of logic applied by non-collectors), the signatures of Stengel and DiMaggio actually reduce value versus add, meaning a ball featuring only the signature of Babe Ruth would be more valuable than a similar ball offering multiple signatures. Other key factors include type of ball (is it an "Official American League" ball?), whether there are any "clubhouse signatures" (autographs signed for the ballplayers by ballboys, clubhouse attendants, etc). In instances of unique items such as this, the provenance; where, how and when the ball was obtained, may also impact value a lot. But authenticity and condition are the key factors with regard to value. If genuine and in presentable condition, your ball would fetch between $1500-3500, depending on the aforementioned variables.
Signatures will vary in price based on condition, the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature, the item signed, and how well the item displays the signature. Baseballs are the most common, and preferred by collectors because of it's connection to the game, low cost, availability and it displays the signature well. The signed baseball represents the average price for a signature, and by deducting or adding from this price for the Item signed accordingly will give you a good idea on value.
The lowest priced signed item would be for a "cut Signature." A cut signature is a signature on a piece of paper, or "cut" from a larger piece. Index cards are the next step up, and both sell at a fraction (about 10%-20%) the price of an autographed baseball. Autograph photos typically sell at about 40-60 percent the price of a baseball with bats, uniform Jersey's and equipment selling at a higher price due to the higher cost of the item, rarity and display.
In general if an autographed baseball is worth $100. the same autograph on a 8 x 10 photo $50. a cut signature $20. on a bat $150. The percentage of the price could also vary based on the popularity of the player, and how sought after the signature is.
In the case of Babe Ruth, his 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. With pictures the size, composition, and quality of the photograph signed and how well it displays the signature will effect the price.
A Babe Ruth signed Photo is worth about $3,500.- $5,000.
In a few recent auctions a signed 3 x 5 photo sold for $5,377.50. a large 17 x 21 fountain pen signed photo with inscription sold for $23,900. The average photo sold for about $3,000. - $4,000
Babe Ruth cut Signatures sell for about $2,000.-$3,000.Cut Signatures are often cut from an item that has been ruined to save its value from such items as a cover of a publication, photograph, letter or notebook on which it was originally signed. Cuts are commonly used by collectors to display with a framed photo, or for inserts by baseball card companies.
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.
If the signature is not properly authenticated it could sell at half the market value or less.
A Joe DiMaggio single-signed baseball is worth between $400.-$600.
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. Collectors will pay more for inscriptions like "HOF 55"or "# 5", and pay less for personal inscriptions like "Good Luck Chuck." In a recent auction a Joe DiMaggio single-signed baseball sold for $507. A Joe DiMaggio ball signed "Joltin' Joe" sold for $1,553. A #5 inscribed ball sold for $657.
A New York Yankees team signed baseball with the signature of Babe Ruth could be from the years 1920-1934 and range in price from $2,500. - $16,000. The baseball needs to be narrowed down to on year for an accurate 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. Prices may also vary based on the amount of signatures, and key signatures acquired. The more complete the baseball with key signatures the more valuable. If the signatures are not properly authenticated the baseball could sell at half the market value or less.
If the signatures are a combination of players from different years then the baseball could be valued less but the key signatures should give you an idea.
Visit the Team Signed Baseball Price Guide link located below (Related Links). The price guide features links to full team rosters to help you figure out what year the baseball is from. Searching for the players that played the least amount of time for the team will help you figure it out quicker. Once you have narrowed it down to one year the price guide also provides a list of key signatures for that year. These signatures are the most important on getting top value.
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. The type of baseball will also effect the price with an Official American league baseball from Ruth and Gehrig's playing days being of the most value as a baseball from 1932. The baseball being used in the 1932 World Series could devalue the baseball if it is in bad shape. Without a letter of provenance from there is no way of proving that the baseball is from the 1932 World Series.
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