This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/11/2018
There are no two names in the history of sports that evoke more
reverence than Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. Their legends have reached
mythical proportions and their faces are woven into the tapestry of
American history. Thus, their stature in the realm of sports memorabilia
is similarly unparalleled. Offered here is a spectacular example of one
of the most sought after collectibles in the hobby.
This red-and-blue stitched Official American League (Barnard)
baseball dates to the 1929-1931 manufacturing period. The form and
characteristics of the autographs it bears suggest it was signed towards
the earlier side of that span. Ruth, as usual, has commanded the sweet
spot, with Gehrig owning the west panel. Both signatures appear to be
rendered in the same black ink. In spite of some small areas of chipping
to the first names of both signatures, the equally dark pennings are
dramatically bold in their presentation. Ideal placement makes the two
autographs partially visible from a single vantage point. The ball has
toned to a light brownish color under a moderate coat of shellac, but
shows no significant structural flaws.
Full LOA from PSA/DNA.