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Help with Babe Ruth Autograph
Hi. I am a sports fan but I have no knowledge or experience with the authenticity or value of baseball memorabilia. I have this photograph that is signed by Babe Ruth that has been in my family for quite some time. I know that my Grandfather gave it to my father, who in turn gave it to me. I am assuming it is authentic but have no verification. I was wondering two things: 1) Does this look real to you guys from the photos, and 2) how much is something like this worth?
Any input would be appreciated, thanks! |
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Unfortunately it is worth zero.
The signature on this photo was signed by a relative or secretary and almost certainly signed in 1948, the last year of Ruth's life. He had a ghost signer then due to his poor health.
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The ghost signer was his wife, Claire.
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I know it is small consolation, but I bet it is still worth $150-$200 as an authentic 1940's Ruth photo and a signature signed by his wife is collectible as opposed to a flat out forgery. I bet if you put it on ebay for $200 with full disclosure, someone buys it. Sounds like it is a cool piece of family memorabilia and still a vintage item related to Ruth from his lifetime and it still has some value, it is just not an authentic Babe Ruth signature in his hand.
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Quite true.
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Send it to one of the popular authentication companies, they will cert it.
It will be worth 4000 dollars tomorrow. |
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Thanks very much for the information everybody I appreciate it. Disappointing news but good to know the truth.
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