Babe Ruth 1930s autograph.

[youguysplayingcards?]

Had a person bring this into the show last weekend wanted to sell.

It is a Ruth pencil signature on a page of an old program which has been removed
from the program.

My question is does this look good? In my limited experience I think yes but wanted to ask those more well versed in Ruth autos.

Also if it is what is a fair retail value? Want to be fair with the seller as he is a long time customer.

Thanks.

[Bpm0014]

It’s so atypical it’s tough to really even compare it to anything. But I’m 100% it’s genuine. Just a super duper rushed example. Probably on a program or something in which he signed it very hurriedly.

[David Atkatz]

I agree with Brendan. Definitely good.

[rand1com]

I also think it is good but with the "t" not high enough to be crossed it is not an ideal example.

As far as your question about value, due to the atypical signature and the medium I would say $2000-$2500 would be the wholesale value. It is maybe a $4000 retail item in my opinion but would likely need a professional LOA to bring that.

Really nice fountain pen examples are worth $6000 or maybe even a little more in today's market but my opinion is that this one is well short of that.

[5-Tool Player]

Looks good. : )

[yanksfan09]

Agree, rushed but good!

But even a rushed Ruth looks better than 99.9 % of current athletes "signatures"!