Best Value Babe Ruth Card under $2K?

[cdogstu99]

Originally Posted by LincolnVT

Agree. +1

I like the fact that the Exhibits were released during his playing days.

But are the Exhibits essentially post cards? Pardon my ignorance--just a bit newish to vintage collecting.

I assume that's why these are underpriced relative to the rest of the 'traditional' cards on the market?

[LincolnVT]

Originally Posted by cdogstu99

I like the fact that the Exhibits were released during his playing days.

But are the Exhibits essentially post cards? Pardon my ignorance--just a bit newish to vintage collecting.

I assume that's why these are underpriced relative to the rest of the 'traditional' cards on the market?

I feel that they are more of an "oversized" card than an actual PC. That said, variation of his exhibits have gone up rapidly in recent years. I think that they will double price wise (in decent condition) in the next 3-5 years. While they may not be considered "traditional" today, I believe that rare and early HOF postcards and exhibit types are becoming much more mainstream throughout the hobby.

[Exhibitman]

Originally Posted by cdogstu99

I like the fact that the Exhibits were released during his playing days.

But are the Exhibits essentially post cards? Pardon my ignorance--just a bit newish to vintage collecting.

I assume that's why these are underpriced relative to the rest of the 'traditional' cards on the market?

They are not. Most are blank-backed and were dispensed from vending machines. Historically, they have been underpriced: I think due to size. That is no longer the case. The Gehrig RC is well over $50K.

Getting back to the OP, I would suggest going after a 1927 or 1928. You should be able to find one in decent shape in your budget. The 1921 is nice too. The PC back portrait is actually my favorite Ruth:

[ValKehl]

I think each of these can be had within your budget range:

[ullmandds]

pick an exhibit you like! I like a bunch of them!!!

Great image. Can be had for under $2k if interested

[Rich Falvo]

Lots of great cards already mentioned. I also like the 1933 Sport Kings Ruth.

[pokerplyr80]

I'd go with a 33 goudey 144 in the 1.5-2 range personally. I'm not a big fan of post cards, or post card sized cards. The 144 is one of the best looking cards ever made in my opinion, and is part of one of the most popular sets ever made.

[HawkFan70]

For some reason, I enjoy the W515 strip set Ruth cards. They would be in your price range for sure.

[Bicem]

Low grade 21 Exhibits. Best pose of any Ruth card in my opinion.

[RedsFan1941]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

I'd go with a 33 goudey 144 in the 1.5-2 range personally. I'm not a big fan of post cards, or post card sized cards. The 144 is one of the best looking cards ever made in my opinion, and is part of one of the most popular sets ever made.

agree!!!!!

[ullmandds]

exhibits!