Reversed image photos

Lordstan · #1 03-09-2014, 06:39 PM

I have one. I got it pretty inexpensively.

As has been stated already, I think in most cases the value would be less than the correct print.

I guess this guy disagrees...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Babe-Ruth-Lo...p2047675.l2557

LOL

billyb · #2 03-09-2014, 06:53 PM

Mark,
That is a nice photo. I understand that the reverse image is not valued much at all, but a photo like that is hard not to throw a few dollars in that direction. Mark, I don't blame you al all for grabbing that one.

JoeyF1981 · #3 03-20-2014, 04:26 PM

I definitely disagree that reverse image photos are considerably less valuable. The image is still original and depicts an actual event. For instance a reverse image of let's say Joe Jackson where maybe the team logo was reversed would still sell for thousands. I guess it's all up to the buyer. I don't believe they're for beginners or someone on a budget. It's a original image from the period.

billyb · #4 03-20-2014, 04:48 PM

Joey,
I know how you feel, but these above experts have been at it for a while and have given good advice. Although some were done for a purpose, seeing Gehrig or Ruth bat and throw right handed, just seems wrong. They may have some value, depending also on the content. Not so sure of in the thousands. I know that some may say, a Ruth is a Ruth, a Gehrig is a Gehrig, but when the player himself is altered, by reversing the image, then it just is not a true Ruth or Gehrig. It would show well if you hang a photo like that across from a mirror.
The above Gehrig has great content, and I would throw some money at that photo anytime.

JoeyF1981 · #5 03-20-2014, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billyb

Joey,
I know how you feel, but these above experts have been at it for a while and have given good advice. Although some were done for a purpose, seeing Gehrig or Ruth bat and throw right handed, just seems wrong. They may have some value, depending also on the content. Not so sure of in the thousands. I know that some may say, a Ruth is a Ruth, a Gehrig is a Gehrig, but when the player himself is altered, by reversing the image, then it just is not a true Ruth or Gehrig. It would show well if you hang a photo like that across from a mirror.
The above Gehrig has great content, and I would throw some money at that photo anytime.

I just recently bought one that I just posted on the pickups thread which shows Ruth crossing home plate and has gehrig and some other guys there to celebrate. It only shows the numbers on the back of the jerseys as reversed. That to me is no big deal at all

Runscott · #6 03-20-2014, 05:15 PM

Here's one I have from the 1927 World Series, and the corrected version - looks to be a Yankee sliding into the Pirates catcher.

JoeyF1981 · #7 03-20-2014, 05:16 PM

Here's mine

Forever Young · #8 03-20-2014, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeyF1981

I just recently bought one that I just posted on the pickups thread which shows Ruth crossing home plate and has gehrig and some other guys there to celebrate. It only shows the numbers on the back of the jerseys as reversed. That to me is no big deal at all

It is, then, in the hands of the right collector. You said you got a "great deal". There is a reason for that. The reason is, you spent significantly less money for the reversed image(I would imagine) as one would sell for otherwise(and this difference does not bother you so you think they should be equal). It makes sense.

KROY WEN on the front of Ruth's jersey doesn't bother you? It does not only show the numbers reversed Joey. Perhaps the images below will help put things into perspective.

These things might not bother you(which is great as the photos will find a home and you will be able to pick them up cheap). However, the fact of the matter is, there is a reason you will be able to buy them cheap.

JoeyF1981 · #9 03-20-2014, 05:34 PM

Ben you're right and I'm glad they're cheap so people who really want them can save money and enjoy the photo. The reverse doesn't bother me one bit. It is what it is. It's a original image of Ruth crossing home. Maybe I just see it differently than some. It's a great image

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