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Tag: Babe Ruth

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  Baseball - Sports - Historical

  Babe Ruth made his second-to-last public appearance at Yale University in June of 1948, a couple of months before dying of cancer. The police officer guarding him that night was a man named Salvatore Adinolfi. During the event, the Hall of Famer looked over to Adinolfi and asked if he…

  Jun 19, 20
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  Sports Legends

  The upcoming Sports Legends event, presented by Julien's Auctions, features several FIFA memorabilia items. This includes a 2018 FIFA World Cup gold medal from a member of the winning French national team. The 2018 competition in Russia was the first World Cup ever held in Eastern Europe. In the final…

  May 15, 20
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  Heritage Auctions Shatters Expectations With $12.5 Million Spring Sports Collectibles Auction

  Babe Ruth, ‘Shoeless Joe’ Jackson and Michael Jordan are white-hot in thrilling three-day sale DALLAS, Texas – When the three days were over and the final numbers were tallied, Heritage Auctions’ Spring Sports Collectibles sale brought in more than $12.5 million – 20% percent above pre-auction estimates, an extraordinary achievement…

  May 13, 20
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  Something For Everyone

  The upcoming Something For Everyone auction, offered by Joshua Kodner, highlights a tourmaline pendant and chain from Tiffany & Co. In 1876, gemologist Dr. George Frederick Kunz walked in the Tiffany & Co. office in New York City with a tourmaline stone that he had obtained from the Mount Mica Mine…

  Mar 6, 20
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  Items signed by Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Ruth And Gehrig Are In Iconic Auctions' Online Sale

  Kobe Bryant signed and inscribed 1992 middle school yearbook with a reference to the Los Angeles Lakers, the team he would play for just four years later (minimum bid: $2,500). SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – A Kobe Bryant signed and inscribed 1992 middle school yearbook with a reference to the Los Angeles…

  Feb 24, 20
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  February 29 Vintage Photography Catalog Auction

  The Boston Red Sox sold Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees in late 1919. In New York, Ruth became one of the most well-known baseball players in history. A news photograph of Ruth and his first wife from an article announcing his move to New York is available in…

  Feb 12, 20
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  Fine Manuscript and Printed Americana

  On the evening of July 6, 1776, the text of the Declaration of Independence was announced to justify the United States’ freedom from Great Britain. The first member of the Continental Congress to sign the Declaration of Independence was John Hancock. Due in part to his influence in the movement…

  Jan 15, 20
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  Sunday Sports Collectibles Weekly Online

  In 1928, a chemist trying to make rubber accidentally produced the first consumer-ready bubblegum. Meanwhile, in baseball, Babe Ruth was becoming a household name. These seemingly independent events coincided to allow the Goudey Gum Company to capitalize on the new popularity of gum. It marketed the new product to children…

  Dec 16, 19
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  A SOUTHERN GENTLEMAN'S COLLECTION: THE PERSONAL PROPERTY OF GOODMAN BASIL ESPY III, M.D.

  From an ID card for Marilyn Monroe to Babe Ruth's coaching uniform for the Brooklyn Dodgers, 635 memorabilia and historical pieces will be available in the upcoming Southern Gentleman's Collection event, offered by Julien's Auctions. Each piece comes from the personal collection of Dr. Goodman Basil Espy III, who Julien's…

  Nov 8, 19
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  Sports, Comics, Comic Art, Animation

  The Sports, Comics, Comic Art, Animation sale, offered by Weiss Auctions, is a selection of over 500 items, many new to the auction market. A few examples of the available items include a 1998 “Pikachu Illustrator” Pokémon promo card, a single-signed Roberto Clemente baseball, and a production sketch from Disney’s…

  Oct 23, 19
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  Fall Sports Memorabilia Collectibles

  The Fall Sports Memorabilia Auction, offered by Heritage Online, is a sale of collectibles from nearly every major sport. In total, this two-day sale contains over 1,200 lots. For instance, baseball and signature collectors might admire the variety of autographed baseballs for sale. One of the most valuable is a…

  Oct 14, 19
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  World Traveler Sale 2019

  World Traveler Sale 2019 has something for everyone. The auction, presented by Hill Auction Gallery, includes diamond rings, oil paintings, autographed checks, antique shade lamps, and more. A beautiful pear-shaped solitaire diamond on a platinum ring with two tapered baguette diamonds is definitely the highlight, in the auction. The elegant…

  Sep 19, 19
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  Autograph Auction Part 4

  The final day of the Autograph Auction Part 4 by Alderfer Auction wraps up with autographs from movie stars, professional athletes, businesspersons, and famous authors.  Within the last 173 lots, you will find an autographed photo of astronaut Neil Armstrong. Sports lovers will also enjoy a copy of the one-page…

  Aug 3, 19