Babe Ruth barn find. single-signed ball. 96 years in my family

[EvilKing00]

Its deff his signature, but only question is if its a replica or not. I dont collect sigs at all, but looking at the ink it would appear to be real. You should post this autograph section of this forum, im sure there are experts there who can better help you. Good luck

[earlywynnfan]

That looks like 1924 to me, which would make more sense because I thought he didn't use the quotes in the 30's.

Ken

[Bpm0014]

This ball was signed on October 25th, 1934

I can tell you that the ball was definitely not signed in 1934. Was signed much earlier...

[Bpm0014]

Also, the ball is 100% legit/genuine. If I had to give you a ballpark value of what it's worth, I'd say $3000-$5000, and most likely toward the lower end of that. Paying $400 for someone else to tell you "it's authentic" really eats into your profits.....

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Bpm0014

Also, the ball is 100% legit/genuine. If I had to give you a ballpark value of what it's worth, I'd say $3000-$5000, and most likely toward the lower end of that. Paying $400 for someone else to tell you "it's authentic" really eats into your profits.....

With respect to profits his cost basis is 0 out of the chute. Maybe there is a service that is less and will net the same value in auction? I would probably put a few services in the top echelon of resale value not just PSA. Then too I don't follow autographs except what is posted on the board so could be incorrect in that thinking.

[jhs5120]

Originally Posted by Bpm0014

Also, the ball is 100% legit/genuine. If I had to give you a ballpark value of what it's worth, I'd say $3000-$5000, and most likely toward the lower end of that. Paying $400 for someone else to tell you "it's authentic" really eats into your profits.....

I think you're low. Likely $4,000-6,000. It's a single owner, dated ball with a story and a bit of provenance. Not in the best shape, but clear enough to make out the signature.

If you're thinking about selling, I would ask the auction house to pay for the authentication fees.