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Lot #1416
Babe Ruth

The ‘Sultan of Swat’ takes a mighty swing

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Description

The ‘Sultan of Swat’ takes a mighty swing

Vintage glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of Ruth late in his Yankees career, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend Ralph Woodbury, from Babe Ruth, 5-3-47.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases (most noticeably to his knee area), inscription and signature slightly faded with some flaking to ink, a slightly trimmed bottom edge, and a block of uniform overall toning from previous display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A classic pose of the ‘Bambino.’ RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #420 - Ended December 11, 2013




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