Babe Ruth never got to fulfill his dream of managing in the major leagues, but he did get to act as skipper of the East squad in the 1945 Esquire All-American Game at the Polo Grounds. Now, the uniform worn by the Babe that day is up for auction, where it could fetch $200,000 or more. Heritage Auctions is offering the special jersey and pants in its February Platinum … [Read more...] about Ruth “All-American Game” Uniform Hits Auction
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Babe Ruth Uniform from 1938 World’s Fair Tops SCP Auctions Bidding
A 1938 uniform worn by Babe Ruth to promote the 1939-40 New York World’s Fair sold for $227,854 in SCP Auctions’ Winter Premier online auction early Sunday. The one-of-a-kind, custom-made “NEW YORK” flannel uniform was manufactured by A.G. Spalding & Bros. and Ruth wore it in 1938 at several stops to help promote the upcoming 1939-40 New York World’s Fair. The … [Read more...] about Babe Ruth Uniform from 1938 World’s Fair Tops SCP Auctions Bidding
10 Most Expensive Pieces of Babe Ruth Memorabilia
No sports icon brings out the big bids like the Bambino. Babe Ruth memorabilia continues to grow in value each year and one-of-a-kind items with a true connection to the man who remains the most well-known player of all-time are the most sought after. From jerseys to bats to caps to jewelry personally owned by Ruth to the skyrocketing baseball card issued by the Baltimore … [Read more...] about 10 Most Expensive Pieces of Babe Ruth Memorabilia
Auction Reps Talk About Trends in the Hobby
The electronic age and instant communication have changed the world. While fakes continue to be a concern just as they've been for decades, collectors are showing confidence in an era when so much information is available online. The business is big enough to house more than two dozen auction companies who are utilizing technology and media to grow their business and their … [Read more...] about Auction Reps Talk About Trends in the Hobby
Most Expensive Sports Memorabilia of All-Time
A Babe Ruth jersey. The original rules of basketball. A T206 Wagner. Ali's boxing gloves from one of his most important fights. All pieces of sports history that wound up in the marketplace. Sports collectibles no longer take a back seat when it comes to appreciation, value and headlines. Put together a list of the biggies and you're quickly into eight figures. If it … [Read more...] about Most Expensive Sports Memorabilia of All-Time
Babe’s Jersey Will Be Showcased at NSCC
The $4.4 million Babe Ruth jersey will soon be on the move again. The early 1920s Yankee flannel purchased at auction in May by Lelands on behalf of a bidder whose name still hasn’t been revealed publicly, will be on display at the National Sports Collectors Convention. The jersey, now the most expensive piece of sports memorabilia ever, will leave its new home at the … [Read more...] about Babe’s Jersey Will Be Showcased at NSCC