photo expert opinion

[GKreindler]

Joey,

In terms of aesthetics, it's a beautiful photo. Good composition, clarity and contrast. It might be the content that could be a bit more fetching, but that's all in the eyes of the beholder. They're a lot of collectors who really like shots of players receiving awards or being a part of on-the-field ceremonies.

If it at all helps your decision, judging from Ruth's jersey, the image dates back to between 1927 and 1930. It's definitely from Griffith Stadium in Washington, as well. Who the other gent is holding the bat, I don't know.

The fact is, if you're 100% sure it's a Type 1, I would imagine that a shot of Ruth like this from his most famous years would be a nice deal at $250. Then again, when it comes to the pricing of this kind of stuff, I know very little. Maybe Ben, Rhys, Lance, David or some others wanna chime in?

Either way, I say that if the image strikes you, go for it!

Graig

[JoeyF1981]

Originally Posted by GKreindler

Joey,

In terms of aesthetics, it's a beautiful photo. Good composition, clarity and contrast. It might be the content that could be a bit more fetching, but that's all in the eyes of the beholder. They're a lot of collectors who really like shots of players receiving awards or being a part of on-the-field ceremonies.

If it at all helps your decision, judging from Ruth's jersey, the image dates back to between 1927 and 1930. It's definitely from Griffith Stadium in Washington, as well. Who the other gent is holding the bat, I don't know.

The fact is, if you're 100% sure it's a Type 1, I would imagine that a shot of Ruth like this from his most famous years would be a nice deal at $250. Then again, when it comes to the pricing of this kind of stuff, I know very little. Maybe Ben, Rhys, Lance, David or some others wanna chime in?

Either way, I say that if the image strikes you, go for it!

Graig

Its funny because I know the more valuable and sought after are the ones of him in uniform or a real significant photo but Im more drawn to the ones of him with kids because it shows the other side of him. Ruth seemed to be very involved with helping kids and those photos always seem to appeal to me. I wish I could afford a Bain or Thompson photo. Maybe Ben will feel generous this christmas..lol

[thecatspajamas]

Any indication of the event or who the other guy(s) are in the photo?

$250 doesn't sound too off to me if it's a Type 1 (perhaps top of market unless the event is significant and I'm just not recognizing it). I would still like to hear other opinions though as I find my sense of true "value" is a bit off after a long summer of slow eBay sales and selling mostly mid- to low-end material. Takes a little while to readjust my barometer. Ask Ben if he would buy it at $250, and then if he says yes, snatch it up quick before he figures out where you saw it

[Forever Young]

Originally Posted by thecatspajamas

Any indication of the event or who the other guy(s) are in the photo?

$250 doesn't sound too off to me if it's a Type 1 (perhaps top of market unless the event is significant and I'm just not recognizing it). I would still like to hear other opinions though as I find my sense of true "value" is a bit off after a long summer of slow eBay sales and selling mostly mid- to low-end material. Takes a little while to readjust my barometer. Ask Ben if he would buy it at $250, and then if he says yes, snatch it up quick before he figures out where you saw it

HAHA... It all depends on who this guy is and what the event is. I have no idea without researching. If it is a type 1, and 1927-30 with zero special content..I, personally, would not pay 250 for it. But it is not completely unreasonable. If you really like it, it is probably worth it. I just do not think you will be able to turn it for profit easily if that is what you are shooting for. Just my 2 cents.