(LOT 478)
1933 Goudey #181 Babe Ruth PSA 3 VG
BUBBLE GUM BAMBINO CARD!!! The landmark Goudey Gum Co. chose the right player to produce four separate subjects, and one of those momentous cards just happens to be presented here, the highly coveted #181 subject in a stellar PSA 3 VG holder. The Sultan of Swat's significance to baseball cannot be overemphasized, with his mighty home runs revolutionizing baseball at a point in time directly after the Black Sox Scandal when our National Pastime desperately required a momentous boost. Interestingly, the #181 Goudey Ruth reveals a unique pose not offered on the other three Ruth Goudey subjects (the #53, #144 & #149 Ruths depict a similar batting pose). In fact, this #181 image, to the best of our knowledge, is unique to the card industry and not utilized on a single other Babe Ruth cardboard issue. The fine Babe Ruth half-body image depicts fine clarity, robust hues, a splendid powder green setting and excellent centering. No glaring surface flaws are evident, with the assessment primarily due to modest corner wear and standard areas of toning. Any Goudey Ruth subject defines the sheer essence of everything this colossal slugger truly represents - an unparalleled collectible synonymous with the Babe's incomparable all-time stature!

MIN BID $2,500
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