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Lot 481
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Lot Number: 481
Description: Babe Ruth, Bing Crosby, and Kate Smith autographed baseball c.1943. Cream colored Reach William Harridge Official American League baseball has been signed on the sweetspot, "Babe Ruth." Adjacent panels signed "Bing Crosby" and "Kate Smith." Ruth signature rates 8 out of 10, with Smith 7/8 and Crosby slightly faded (5/6). Ball is exceptionally well preserved with even coloration and slightly faded League stampings. Likely signed at a 1943 Washington Senators vs US Navy All-Stars War Bond game which was played at Griffith Stadium in 1943. Ruth and Crosby attended and Kate Smith sang the National Anthem. Very fine condition example with an interesting combination of three of the most notable personalities of their time. Includes auction LOA from JSA: Ball EX/MT-NM, Sigs. EX-NMEstimated Price Range: ($7,500-$10,000)
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