Spring 2023 - Item detail

Circa 1930s Babe Ruth and Herb Pennock Original Snapshot Photograph PSA/DNA Type I

Sold For:
$690
Year:
1930
Auction:
2023 Spring
Lot #:
3044
Category:
Post-1900 Baseball Memorabilia
Presented is a original snapshot-photograph capturing Babe Ruth and pitcher Herb Pennock during spring training, circa 1930s. Encapsulated and certified as an original Type I photograph by PSA/DNA. The black-and-white photograph shows both players warming up on the sideline. A handwritten notation on the reverse identifies the two players. Pennock, a Hall of Fame pitcher, played with the New York Yankees from 1923 to 1933. The photo (4.75 x 3.5 inches), which has exceptional image quality, has a crease on the upper-left quadrant and evidence of album removal on the reverse. In Good condition overall. Opening Bid $300.