(LOT 1442)
Outstanding Babe Ruth Signed 3-1/2" x 5" Photo Postcard PSA/DNA Authentic/Encapsulation
Presented here is a spectacular 3-1/2" x 5" Babe Ruth signed image with the imposing autograph portraying "NM-MT 8" aesthetics. Signed in bold blue fountain pen, this ultra-popular Thorne image was first introduced to the baseball community in 1928, with Thorne standing alongside George Burke as one of the most illustrious baseball photographers during the late 1920s & 1930s. Indeed, any vintage photo or autograph collector is extremely familiar with this iconic illustration that was placed on these postcard sized photos during the 1940s for Ruth to sign for his seemingly infinite fan base.

Most impressive is the fact that Ruth penned his signature in a "perfect" spot; with the upper left quadrant white background area maximizing the awe-inspiring aesthetics of this highly coveted Babe Ruth autograph. The classic black & white batting image literally jumps off the photo, revealing magnificent eye appeal as the Bambino has just completed his mighty swing. Slight edge trimming and several areas of tape affixed to the verso are rendered virtually irrelevant versus the image's world-class visual appeal. The "Sultan of Swat's" unparalleled standing as baseball's greatest player ever solidifies the necessity for any serious hobbyist to add a Ruth autograph to their esteemed gathering, and this certainly resides as a grand opportunity to make this collector's dream a bona fide reality!

MIN BID $1,000
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