Baseball Memorabilia

This common card is worth no more than a few cents.

The easiest thing to do would be to post a picture of the signed baseball on a baseball collectors forum and hope someone can help you identify the signature. You can also do some detective work, and narrow down the possibilities then research the baseball online looking for images of the same signature.

The origin of the baseball might help figure out what team the player that signed the baseball was on. Trace the baseball as far back as possible to the city of it's origin, or to where you found the baseball. Once you have figured out what city the baseball originated from find the closest Major League team to that city. If the baseball was found in New York for example the possibilities could be both the Mets, and the Yankees but it could also be from the older teams that have left New York like the Dodgers, and the Giants so the age of the baseball might be important as well.

If the baseball that the signature is on is an official Major League baseball check the name of the league president. This will help date the baseball, and might help determine what era the player signature is from. Now with this info try to figure out at least the initials of the player.

Once you have an idea of the players initials take the information for example: initials "BR" Now start your research for a player with the first name starting with "B" the last name starting with "R" from a team playing in the city of New York, signed on a Joe Cronin American League baseball. Taking note that the length of the name is too long to be Babe Ruth, and the baseball was made after Babe Ruth passed away you can rule him out. Bobby Richardson could be a possibility. Do a search on line for players that played for New York teams, list them and start searching for single signed baseballs for each name until you find a matching image.

If you have no luck then the player might be from another team. Baseball-almanac (Link below) has a complete all time list of Major League players from A-Z look for possibilities and start the search again using as many letters in the name as possible. Baseball-Almanac also has team rosters year by year.

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PSA and Beckett are the two sports card grading companies I trust and believe to be two of the best.

A 1953 New York Yankees Team Signed Baseball with the key signatures: Stengel, Rizzuto, Berra, Mize, Martin, Mantle, and Ford is worth about $1,200.-$2,000. 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. In 4 recent auctions a 1953 New York Yankees Team Signed Baseball sold for $1,223., $1,726., $1,792., and $2,151. If the signatures are not properly authenticated the baseball could sell at half the market value or less. For more information on team signed baseballs, links to full team rosters, key signatures, and price guide visit the following page from the link I left below. -Steven KeyMan

Cal Ripken Jr. is celebrated for his remarkable career in Major League Baseball, particularly for his record-breaking consecutive games played streak of 2,632 games, which showcased his durability and dedication. He is also known for his contributions to the game as a shortstop, earning numerous accolades, including two American League MVP awards and 19 All-Star selections. Beyond his on-field achievements, Ripken has had a significant impact on the sport's popularity and youth engagement, promoting baseball through various initiatives. His legacy is characterized by his work ethic, sportsmanship, and commitment to the game.

A 1993 Upper Deck Lee Smith baseball card number 82 has a book value of about .20 cents in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

In general an Al Kaline Hillerich and Bradsby Louisville Slugger store model baseball bat is worth about $30. -$50. in excellent condition. Size, model, Age, and condition will all effect the value. A baseball bat closest to the one Al Kaline used will sell at the highest value. Little league bats will sell for less. Mint condition bats will sell at a higher value.

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. Visit the Louisville Slugger baseball bat datibg guide located below (Related Links) . You can match the markings on your bat with the easy to use bat dating chart to get an approximate date for your Louisville Slugger bat.

In a recent auction an Al Kaline 125 Louisville Slugger 32 inch bat in excellent condition sold for $34.60

A 1954 Topps Al Kaline rookie card number 201 has a book value of about $700.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

A 1977 Cincinnati Reds team signed baseball with the key signatures: Anderson, Rose, Bench, Concepcion, Morgan, Foster, Griffey, and Seaver is worth about $300.-$450. 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. In two recent auctions; a 1975 World Champions, Cincinnati Reds team signed baseball sold for $1,667. and $2,954. World Championship team baseballs typically sell for more money. The "Big Red Machine" of the 1970s will always sell at a higher price as well. the 1977 team is right at the edge of this era ending about 1978. With many of the key players of the "Machine" still on this ball I'm sure the price of the 1977 Reds will rise. In fact I think Perez is the only key signature of the "Machine" missing. Collectors that can't handle the high price of the most sought after 1975 baseball will start spending money on the lesser priced baseballs surrounding 1975 driving the price up. It won't take long for the prices to go up, if it hasn't happened already. If the Reds put together a couple of winning years, or win a championship this process will quicken as it will rekindle interest in the older baseballs. The price stated above could double in no time. If the signatures are not properly authenticated the baseball could sell at half the market value or less. For more information on team signed baseballs, links to full team rosters, key signatures, and price guide see Related Links below.

Well, there are four 2's, four 4's, four 6's, four 8's, four 10's, and four jacks, four queens, and four kings. Jacks, queens and kings are all 10's. So, there are 42 even numbers. If not including the jack, queens and kings then there are 20.

A Topps Ken Griffey Sr card number 380 has a book value of about .25 cents in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

A 1990 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr Team card number 24 has a book value of about .60 cents in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

A Sergio Romo single signed baseball is worth approximately $44 if it is on a Rawlings Official Major League baseball and is signed on the "sweet spot".

These values assume that they are all authenticator by a reputable company. An autograph that isn't properly authenticated can be worth as little as half of the value of an authenticated signature.

For more prices on single signed autographs see Related Links below.

A Mickey Mantle signed Reserve Life Insurance company baseball card is worth about $150. -$250. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less In the early 1980s Mickey Mantle worked as Director of public relations for the Dallas Reserve Life Insurance Company. Mickey Mantle was the guest of honor, and speaker at numerous events, and insurance association business meetings. Reserve Life would hold quarterly insurance association meetings in Dallas, Texas and Mickey was the guest speaker in 1984/85. At these events Mickey would personally sign these 4" x 6" sized baseball cards. The baseball "business" cards were also used to help promote the Life insurance company. Sometimes Reserve Life would also send these cards through the mail signed by Mickey Mantle. Foe more information on this card, and baseballs that were used as promotions as well ,see Related Links below.

The bulk of the value on most collectible baseball bats relies on player endorsements. Without a player endorsement, the value will rely on vintage baseball bat features such as a decal, or special features such as a mushroom knob, a ring bat, ornate engraving, etc. At the present time softball bats have very little collectible value if any. The age of your bat could give it some value if the bat is in good contion.

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. Visit the Louisville Slugger baseball bat dating guide located below (Related Links) . You can match the markings on your bat with the easy to use bat dating chart to get an approximate date for your Louisville Slugger bat.

A 1991 Topps Frank Thomas Stadium Club card # 57 has a book value of about $1.25 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.

Probably nothing.....i had boxes about the '81 world series and the '91 world series and i had 8 with michael jorden and nobody wanted them...even collectors or even ebay. I gave them all to goodwill. Broke my heart! Maybe they can get a nickel for each one from a grandma that is looking for a christmas present for little jimmy.

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The value of a 1975 Cincinnati Reds world champions red baseball bat is determined by its condition. Even in the poorest condition this bat still has value because of how rare they are, they were given only to the teams players. This bat can be sold anywhere for 300 to 2,000 dollars.