1920s Babe Ruth vintage cards

[HOF Yankees]

Im on the verge of picking up a 1920s era Babe Ruth vintage card and need some help. what were the good sets back in the 20s? what should I look for and look out for? where is the best place to pick p such great vintage ruth's from way back then? any and all help would be appricated, THANKS

[deadballpaul]

Jake, you should post this on the main board. The B/S/T is the wrong section for your questions.

[Leon]

This is a question for the main board so I moved it. I guess part of the answer will depend on what intersests you. There are obvious places to get Ruth cards and, if just starting out, it might be good to get a graded one (though then you can't touch and feel it) or make sure you buy from someone reputable. Most folks on this board would be fine to buy from, through our BST areas. regards

[bbcard1]

I know you said 20s, but the printing technology is just such that there weren't a lot of eye-popping cards from about 1920-30...when I wanted a Ruth, I picked up a nice lower grade Goudey. It's just the kind of thing that shows better, IMO>

[Leon]

Exhibit cards of Ruth might not be a bad way to start too. They aren't too expensive, relative to others, and look nice..

[Chris Counts]

I decided long ago my collection would not be complete without a card of the Babe. I finally picked one up just two days ago. I looked at the various 1920s issues and came to the conclusion that I liked the 1933 Goudeys much better than any of them. Last week, I came across a 1934 Goudey premium and realized that not only does it look as good as any of the Goudeys, but it costs less ...

[smtjoy]

One of my favorites-

[GehrigFan]

Depends upon your budget. I only collect Ruth and Gehrig now, and on a tight budget, but I've picked up over 50 pre-1950 Ruth items at affordable prices. If you want the most affordable, consider W (strip) cards and premiums. Strip cards are more crude, but they have a charm about them, and there are some with actual b/w photos.

Also consider original 1920's-30's news photos, magazine covers, newspaper premiums, etc.

[HOF Yankees]

thanks all for the great help

[ethicsprof]

i have two favs that weren't hard on the pocketbook but in great condition.
the butterfinger 1934 and the bulgaria sport 1932.

best of luck,
barry

[HOF Yankees]

cool i would pass on them

[FUBAR]

ive always wanted an E120 , some of the exhibits guys have shown are nice

[HOF Yankees]

yes exhibits are cool looking, a nice vintage piece