Budget of $7500... Which Ruth??

[sbfinley]

Probably not the most popular answers, but to me the Pathe Freres Ruth and his 1921 Exhibit are the two best looking issues of him ever released.

[TUM301]

Originally Posted by sbfinley

Probably not the most popular answers, but to me the Pathe Freres Ruth and his 1921 Exhibit are the two best looking issues of him ever released.

Here`s another vote for the Pathe Freres would also consider the 1933 Blue Bird Juice card. Beautiful shot of Babe, oversized piece that`s pretty tough to find. I like the Goudey don`t get me wrong, but the harder to find Ruths are more my taste. Also, they don`t come up too often but I think you can get a nice example of the Blue Bird and still have decent change from your 7500. Best of luck and be sure to post your results !

[ValKehl]

Jeff, you can acquire nicer examples of both of these cards and still have a chunk of your $7,500 to spend on something else.

[Belfast1933]

Thx for all of the tips... am currently a heavy lean toward a 33 Goudey - great looking, iconic.

Any suggestions on trusted dealer/collectors on Net54baseball who might be good contacts? Feel free to PM me to e-mail me at jgross1@tuftsmedicalcenter.org

Thx a lot, guys

Jeff

[glchen]

Nice display. I'd go for a low grade E121/w575-1 or a 1926-29 Exhibits.

[riggs336]

Here's my suggestion, but I have to admit I'm prejudiced...for some reason I'm just crazy about this set.

[rats60]

Originally Posted by Belfast1933

Thx for all of the tips... am currently a heavy lean toward a 33 Goudey - great looking, iconic.

Any suggestions on trusted dealer/collectors on Net54baseball who might be good contacts? Feel free to PM me to e-mail me at jgross1@tuftsmedicalcenter.org

Thx a lot, guys

Jeff

I really think the best way is to watch all of the big auction houses. Most are good to deal with and many are advertising here. Those advertisers normally post here when an auction starts. You can see scans of the card and know the limit you can pay, so bid accordingly.

[Exhibitman]

Nice display, Gary, but quit bogarting the Ruths.

[ullmandds]

I'm in the camp of an early-mid 20's b/w ruth issue...like a 1921 exhibit...or a w...or an e...or a nice canadian issue. Just my preference as I prefer rarity to the much more common goudeys.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by ValKehl

Jeff, you can acquire nicer examples of both of these cards and still have a chunk of your $7,500 to spend on something else.

I have always thought these are way undervalued. Sane with the 1928 Babe Ruth candy cards...
This Frojoy is probably in good condition...