Nice bat. What you have is 1920's Eddie Collins Decal bat. Decal is in great shape considering its age and it was kept in the garage!
The value of the bat lies in the condition of the decal. I would not recommend cleaning the bat. If you want to preserve it, put some lemon oil on it and avoid the decal.
You can buy plastic bat tubes for $6. which would protect the bat from any further damage. I'd also move the bat into the house. Value is in the $1,000-1500 range.
Matt
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