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Lot #1171
Japanese Baseball: Minoru ‘Babe’ Yamashita

The ‘Babe Ruth’ of Japan

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The ‘Babe Ruth’ of Japan

Japanese Baseball Hall of Famer known as the Japanese Babe Ruth because of his home run prowess in college. Vintage pearl-finish 9.5 x 11.5 photo of Yamashita in the on-deck circle, signed in fountain pen, “Keio University Baseball Team, Minoru Yamashita, 1930.” In very good to fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges, scattered bends and light creases, and some dings to top edge. Pre-certified by Japanese baseball expert Gary Engel. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #432 - Ended July 16, 2014





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