Early Ruth Cards

[ullmandds]

to me early is pre 22...where there are still cards found with ruth in a Red Sox uni.

[glchen]

To me early is pre-1925, before Gehrig joined. Here's a miscut card that I think still has great eye appeal.

[LincolnVT]

I think I would agree with pre-1925 post. When I first started this thread, I guess I was amazed that more people hadn't been willing to put their Ruth cards up in some of the major Spring auctions in an effort to cash in. It seems to me like the Babe Ruth "craze" has taken a firm hold on the cardboard side of the hobby and people are in "holding" mode. I enjoy seeing any Ruth cards, so I'd encourage people to show their Ruth cards regardless of the year.....for me, as a Red Sox fan, I enjoy seeing his early stuff the most.

I picked up one of the 1915 real photo Red Sox team postcards this year...one of I believe six or so that have been graded. It cost me a lot, but hey, this is the year to celebrate a man who is better known worldwide than some political leaders.

[pcoz]

These never get old to me....

[MattyC]

Pete, those have been trading hands-- when they do-- at increasingly dizzying levels, from what I hear. Pretty awesome pieces.

[ullmandds]

Great cards Gary...Pete...Leon I love some of your obscure ruth cards...58...that's all?

Here are a few of mine.

[MattyC]

Pete,

You're kidding with that M101-6! No effing way dude. That is INSANE CARDBOARD.

Now sell it to me. Trade it to me. Let's talk!

Seriously though that's serious.