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Lot #1321
Babe Ruth

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Description

Personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to Apthorp Garage for $36.79, October 12, 1946. Expected cancellation holes, slightly affecting first initial of signature, some mild running of ink to paylines and light show-through from stamps on reverse, otherwise fine condition. One month after signing this check, Ruth would be diagnosed with cancer, which would eventually take his life. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #365 - Ended January 13, 2011





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