Circa 1929 Babe Ruth Single-Signed Baseball - Beckett and JSA

Sold For:

$23,400

Year:

1929

Auction:

2022 Spring

Lot #:

2273

Category:

Autographed Baseballs/Flats/Photos

Official American League ball (Barnard) signed in black fountain pen by Babe Ruth across the sweet spot. Based upon the manufacturer's stampings, this ball dates to 1928, but with the absence of quotation marks around his first name, it likely dates the signing of the ball to the 1929 season (Ruth stopped using those quotation marks around 1929.) Despite the fact that Babe Ruth was a prolific signer, the demand for single-signed Ruth balls has always far exceeded the supply. Those dating from his active playing career, such as this example, are especially desirable. The ball displays light soiling with a few abrasions and is in Very Good condition overall. Full LOA from Steve Grad and Brian Sobrero/Beckett Authentication Services and Full LOA from James Spence/JSA. Reserve $2,500.