1933 R319 Goudey #53 Babe Ruth SGC VG 3

Sold For:

$20,400

Year:

1933

Auction:

2022 September

Lot #:

37

Category:

Prewar Baseball - 1930s and 1940s Cards

Graded VG 3 by SGC. Attractive mid-grade example of one of Babe Ruth’s most classic cards: #53 with yellow background from the 1933 Goudey series. The "yellow background" pose of Babe Ruth is, without a doubt, his most difficult to obtain and sought-after card in the 1933 Goudey set. This example displays a bright yellow background, a crisp image of Ruth, honest corner wear, and centering toward the right. Boldly printed reverse. A few minor surface imperfections (including a light crease running through "GEORGE") factor into the assigned grade. This is a very pleasing VG example of one of Babe Ruth's most classic cards from the popular 1933 Goudey Gum series, and one that offers collectors an outstanding opportunity to acquire a great-looking iconic Babe Ruth card at a fraction of the cost of a higher-graded example. Reserve $10.