1933 R319 Goudey #181 Babe Ruth PSA EX-MT 6

Sold For:

$31,200

Year:

1933

Auction:

2024 Summer

Lot #:

1011

Category:

Prewar Baseball - 1930s and 1940s Cards

Graded EX-MT 6 by PSA. High-grade example of one of Babe Ruth’s classic cards, #181 (green background) from the 1933 Goudey series. Bright and clean, both front and back, with brilliant colors, a crisp image, and strong corners with light touches of wear. Bold green print on the off-white reverse. Goudey cards featuring Babe Ruth are among the most recognizable of all vintage cards in the hobby, and they are on almost every list of the greatest cards ever issued. Collectors appreciate how scarce high-grade examples are, which explains why they've realized exceptionally strong prices recently. There is a good reason for it: Goudey Babe Ruth cards are never going out of style with collectors, and they are among the safest stores of value and most recognizable cards available to new collectors. This is a fantastic example of one of Babe Ruth's most important and highly prized baseball cards. Opening Bid $5,000.