This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/31/2016
The Babe's residency on an Official American League baseball from the presidency of Ernest Barnard assures a signing date between 1928 and 1931, a period when Ruth was averaging 49 long balls annually while driving in 154. His sweet spot application survives with impressive 7/10 strength, and the ball exhibits signs of potential game use prior to its meeting with the Babe's pen, suggesting the possibility that this was one of his 714 career homers. At a minimum, it is a top-tier representation of a hobby essential and one of the safest investments in the collectibles market. Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from James Spence Authentication (JSA).