I'll take a stab.
The 3 factors weighing against this ball are as follows....
* Apparent light shellac or varnish, accounting for slight yellowing and some surface chipping
* The personalization, "To Bobby" (might not bother some, but it keeps the price down)
* The market/economy. Ruth balls have taken a slight dive over the last 2 years... especially lower-to-mid grade examples
On the plus side, it is a very nice/bold/clear signature.
That said, I think it should sell for $2,800 - $3,200. But I am biased against shellacked and personalized balls, so perhaps others here will value it higher.
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