1927 New York Yankees World Champions Team-Signed Baseball with Ruth and Gehrig - PSA/DNA

Sold For:

$5,700

Year:

1927

Auction:

2018 Fall

Lot #:

1496

Category:

Autographed Baseballs/Flats/Photos

Official American League (Johnson) ball signed in blue fountain pen by 23 members of the 1927 World Champion New York Yankees, including Ruth (sweet spot; grading "5"), Gehrig ("4/5"), Combs, Lazzeri, Pennock, Hoyt (grading "1"), Giard, Dugan, Ruether, Grabowski, Durst, Pipgras, Morehart, Meusel, Shawkey, Bengough, Collins, Koenig, Thomas, Moore, and Paschal. The remaining two signatures on the ball have faded beyond legibility. Signatures range from "1" to "5," averaging "3." The fame and lore associated with the 1927 Yankees has elevated the club to a status enjoyed by few sports teams in history. Understandably, team-signed balls from that historic year remain at the forefront of the hobby and confer a special status upon any collection in which they reside. Also significant is that this ball includes the rare signature of pitcher Joe Giard. Giard played with the Yankees only in 1927 and his Major League career was brief, making his signature one of the most elusive of all 1927 Yankees team members. The ball, which has been coated with a light layer of protective shellac, displays a few small areas of discoloration and is otherwise in Excellent condition, with bold manufacturer's stampings. Full LOA from PSA/DNA. Reserve $1,000. Estimate (open).