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What is the value of a newspaper signed by Babe Ruth from the day he hit his 500th home run?
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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. As with the signed Newspaper value may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. The quality of the newspaper signed and how well it displays the signature will effect the price. A Babe Ruth signed Photo is worth about $3,500.- $5,000. The signed newspaper would fall into this category with added value if the newspaper displays the signature well. The collectible value of the 500 Home run paper will ad value as well but the low grade paper used with newspapers could hamper the value. The newspaper must be well preserved. Collectors will not spend big money on a signed item that will flake away in time. 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
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 the signed newspaper could sell at half the market value or less.
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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 if you had a baseball hand signed by Babe Ruth when he hit his first home run in the all-star game?
This Babe Ruth 1933 All Star Game home run baseball sold at auction in 2006 for $805,000. I do not know if the ball was signed by the Babe. Either way there is only one ball and that is the value. The historic value of the baseball would over-ride the value of the signature.
What is the value of a baseball signed by Babe Ruth 100 yr. anniv. in the original wrapper?
A 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 baseball could sell at half the market value or less. The 100 anniversary of baseball was 1969 and could not have been signed by Babe Ruth. You also noted that it is still in it's original wrapper. You have a Baseball's 100 year anniversary Souvenir baseball with a Babe Ruth facsimile stamped signature. This baseball could bring a value of about $30. -$40.
What is the value of a newspaper featuring Hank Aaron beating Babe Ruth's record?
The value of a newspaper featuring Hank Aaron beating Babe Ruth's record varies depending on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. Generally, a newspaper in good condition from this historic event could range from $20 to $100 or more.
How much is a letter written to a newspaper editor grandfather from Babe Ruth on May 13 1947 worth?
Is it a hand-written letter or a typed letter signed by Ruth? Babe Ruth died 8/16/48, making your letter near the end of his life. I'd guess the value to be a few thousand dollars, but the true value is highly dependent on the condition of the letter and the signature.
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 the value of a Spalding Official League ball autographed by Babe Ruth and Bob O'Farrell?
The value of a multi signed baseball cannot be priced by the value of each signature added up. Multi signed baseballs are valued as a group of signatures, and how desired that group is as a whole. This does not necessarily mean that two signatures will sell for less than one, but in most cases it does, or at least not the full value of the two signatures added up. A 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 baseball could sell at half the market value or less. I could not find any auctions featuring a Babe Ruth Bob O'Farrell Dual signed baseball. It would most likely sell for less than a Babe Ruth single signed baseball at about $4,000.-$6,000.
What is worth more a fake Babe Ruth card or a real signed Roberto Clemente card?
A fake Babe Ruth card will have no collectors value there for any other authentic baseball card or signature will have a higher value.
How do you establish the year a baseball was signed with just 6 signatures that are Roy Hartzell Dizzy Dean Mel Ott Bill Terry Babe Ruth and Gabby Hartnett?
A signature with the quotation marks around "Babe" typifies his pre-1928 autograph and will sell at a higher value. Babe Ruth passed away in 1948 but the other signatures could have been added years later. Most autographs in Ruth's day was signed with a fountain pen. If any of the signatures were signed with a ballpoint pen or Sharpie for example it would date the signature to a later date. Sharpie did not appear until the 1970's. It might be impossible to determine the year the baseball was signed, and might not effect the value either way. A 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 it could sell at half the market value or less. A Babe Ruth (Key signature) Multi signed baseball could sell for less than a Babe Ruth single signed baseball. Multi signed baseballs often do. The other names you mentioned as gabby Hartnett are not to shabby but the additional signatures as a whole would have to be more desired than a baseball signed by Babe Ruth alone. It would most likely sell below the value of a Babe Ruth single signed baseball. The Dizzy Dean signature could recapture the value
What is the value of a scorecard signed by Lou Gehrig Babe Ruth Ty Cobb Walter Johnson and Al Simmons?
About 145,522
What is the value of a basketball autographed by Babe Ruth?
Babe Ruth signed basketballBabe Ruth did play other sports but will not be identified with any other but baseball. The most preferred item for a Babe Ruth signature would be a baseball, but the unique nature of the signed vintage basketball would make a neat display. A Babe Ruth signed baseball in general is worth about $6,000.-$10,000. and i could see the basketball selling for more. The type of authenticity that accompanies the signature, and how well the signature is displayed on the basketball will effect the value. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.
What is the price for Babe Ruth 714th home run ball signed by him?
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.Unlike today where baseballs are marked to identify a record breaking home run in the days of Ruth this was un thought of. Baseball memorabilia was not the Multi-billion dollar business it is today. If Babe Ruth's 714 home run ball was recovered it would be sitting in the hall of Fame. Strong provenance would be needed. Other noted (unsigned) Home run balls (year sold) sold for as follows: Babe Ruth 1933 All Star Game - $805,000 (2006)Hank Aaron 755th - $650,000 (1999)Barry Bonds 73rd of season - $450,000. (2001)Mickey Mantle 500th - $144,000. (1996)Barry Bonds 700th - $102,000 (2005)Barry Bonds 70th of season - $14,400 (2007) NOTE: This ball previously sold for $60,000 and it was recently valued at about half that amount. Steroid suspicions are hampering the value of collectibles from more recent years.Ken Griffey Jr. 500th (2004) - Frank Thomas 500th (2007) $0 (both given back to player by fan)
