A Gehrig question...

[GKreindler]

Hey all,

So, I don't know how many of you remember (or care, for that matter), but I'm sllloooowwwwllllyyyy trying to put together period pencil signatures of all of the players from the '36 Yankees. The crown jewel of the bunch obviously being Gehrig.

I was wondering if I could get some opinions as to how much I might be looking at to obtain one. I have no problem with it being on a cut, or on a page with other signatures (which would probably even be preferred, if the signature is surrounded by other Yankees from that period) or whatever. My only two caveats are that it's pretty visible and that I would prefer to keep it graphite. Since it would be from his last few years in the league, I really have no problem with his somewhat rushed signature either, the one that connects the 'L' with the 'Gehrig.' Actually, I might even prefer that style.

TPA isn't necessary, but obviously I'd like one that's authentic.

Any guesses?

Thanks,

Graig

[mschwade]

authentic Gehrigs go for "ballpark" (pun intended) around $4k... $2500 if you're patient enough.

[bender07]

Originally Posted by mschwade

authentic Gehrigs go for "ballpark" (pun intended) around $4k... $2500 if you're patient enough.

That's about right although $2500 is a bit low IMO. $3000 to be safe.

[shelly]

Go to Jim or Richard.

[Lordstan]

Originally Posted by shelly

Go to Jim or Richard.

Amen.

[David Atkatz]

Go to Jim.

[sbfinley]

After I win Buffett's billion I'll finish your project, just because your art brings me so much joy. You will be doing Tommy Bridges commissions for the next few years, but you will be rewarded. Good luck in the search.

[prewarsports]

Graig

Either post or send me an e mail of who you still need. I have a ton of album pages and nice cuts from most of the guys from that team and I'll send you some free of charge if I have em.


Also, for what its worth I sold a beautiful pencil Gehrig cut from a 1932 Watermans album a few years ago for $2400 so you are right there in that range on a decent one.


Rhys Yeakley

[7nohitter]

Craig,

Have you thought about TRADING for one...for one of your master pieces? I'm being serious...your work is astonishing...I'd think that a collector would be willing to trade a 'graph for a painting...just thinking out loud.

And.Re$@w Mi.L.%%%Ler...NOT the Red Sox pitcher

[Scott Garner]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

Craig,

Have you thought about TRADING for one...for one of your master pieces? I'm being serious...your work is astonishing...I'd think that a collector would be willing to trade a 'graph for a painting...just thinking out loud.

And.Re$@w Mi.L.%%%Ler...NOT the Red Sox pitcher

Andrew,
Ya think?

I think that Graig could find someone to trade very easily. He's got quite a lot of fans here on net54.

Seriously, I believe that's a great idea...

[7nohitter]

Thank you Scott!

[JimStinson]

Originally Posted by GKreindler

Hey all,

So, I don't know how many of you remember (or care, for that matter), but I'm sllloooowwwwllllyyyy trying to put together period pencil signatures of all of the players from the '36 Yankees. The crown jewel of the bunch obviously being Gehrig.

I was wondering if I could get some opinions as to how much I might be looking at to obtain one. I have no problem with it being on a cut, or on a page with other signatures (which would probably even be preferred, if the signature is surrounded by other Yankees from that period) or whatever. My only two caveats are that it's pretty visible and that I would prefer to keep it graphite. Since it would be from his last few years in the league, I really have no problem with his somewhat rushed signature either, the one that connects the 'L' with the 'Gehrig.' Actually, I might even prefer that style.

TPA isn't necessary, but obviously I'd like one that's authentic.

Any guesses?

Thanks,

Graig

I don't have a Gehrig in Inventory right now (Wish I did) but I've seen your work and that was the first thing that entered my mind when I saw your post ...........TRADE !
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[7nohitter]

[QUOTE=JimStinson;1255884]I don't have a Gehrig in Inventory right now (Wish I did) but I've seen your work and that was the first thing that entered my mind when I saw your post ...........TRADE !
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Nice!!

[David Atkatz]

One of my first thoughts, too. But my available Gehrig is not in pencil.

[Deertick]

Originally Posted by JimStinson

I don't have a Gehrig in Inventory right now (Wish I did) but I've seen your work and that was the first thing that entered my mind when I saw your post ...........TRADE !

No disrespect to Lou, but.... I think you'd have to unass a lot more than that for a genuine Kreindler!

[GKreindler]

Hey guys,

Thank you so much for all of the information and suggestions - it's all SUPER helpful. I guess for now I just have to figure out what I'm gonna do.

In regards to trading a painting for one, well, that would definitely be amazing. But seriously, it's Lou frikkin' Gehrig! I mean, aside from Ruth, it's gotta be one of the most desirable signatures in the hobby. I just find it kinda nutty that someone might be willing to part with one for something other than money.

Regardless, I'd certainly be into it too, but I guess the deal would have to be super right for everyone involved. Thankfully I'm in no huge hurry to get one, so I guess there's a good amount of time to think about it.

What has everyone's experiences been with pencil signatures? Are they a bit tougher to find than those in pen? I understand that graphite is a little less desirable, but I have no idea if that has anything to do with what I see available for sale on people's websites and the such. Then again, I still know next to nothing about autographs.

Anywho, thanks again to all of you who responded to my question!

Graig