Trade opinion

[theshleps]

I have a chance to trade a 1939 scorecard signed by Lou Gehrig (supposedly 1939 day after retirement), also signed by Dimaggio and Combs for a handwritten postcard by JL Wilkinson that he has initialed not signed.
What do you folks think about values? Are they equal or is one worth alot more?
I have to decide if I want to get rid of a Gehrig for the initials of a rare HOFer I need. I am just interested in what you think about monetary values
Zhof Gehrig Combs, Dimaggio b.jpg

JL Wilkinson Initialed Postcard 1 (1).jpg

[rand1com]

I would say the Gehrig, even the shortened L Gehrig version, would have a greater value than Wilkinson's initials on a handwritten post card.

I think if both were in a major auction, Gehrig would bring more because there would probably be many more collectors looking for Gehrig but obviously that is just my opinion.

My perception for values would be $3000 retail for the Gehrig and $2000 retail for the post card.

If the Wilkinson was actually signed, then I think it would be valued above the Gehrig.

[theshleps]

this is the page with DiMaggio
Zhof Gehrig, Combs, DiMaggio a.jpg

[packs]

I think anyone who sees that Gehrig piece if going to appreciate it and almost no one who sees the Wilkinson will. If you're a completionist then I guess you don't have a choice. But if you collect quality items it's the Gehrig every time.

[rand1com]

While I agree the Gehrig has more value, if you have a better Gehrig in your collection and need the Wilkinson, then that might be your best option.

Finding a full signature Wilkinson may be next to impossible and very pricey if found.

I also think the post card filled out in his hand make it much better than the typewritten initialed piece referred to from a Golden auction at less than $1500.

Now you might be able to sell the Gehrig and buy the Wilkinson and have money left over but I say buy or trade for what you like if you are a true collector.

Dealers look at it very differently than collectors. To us, it is all $$$.

[theshleps]

Yeah, I am conflicted. I am a completess as far as would love to add to my HOF numbers but I do not really count initials so much and I do have other Gehrig. I'm just on the fence. Thanks for the comments so far

[tazdmb]

From a monetary perspective...I would pass. Initialed Wilkinson is worth around $1,500.

https://goldinauctions.com/LotDetail...entoryid=32238

Maybe talk to Albersheim and negotiate to buy his full name instead.

[Lordstan]

Ummm. I guess no one noticed that the item is dated June 22 along the top edge of the page signed by Combs and Dimaggio.

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[theshleps]

Originally Posted by Lordstan

Ummm. I guess no one noticed that the item is dated June 22 along the top edge of the page signed by Combs and Dimaggio.

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Thanks David and Mark.