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Lot 370
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Lot 370
Description: Very rare early career Babe Ruth Louisville Slugger "dash-dot-dash" store model baseball bat c.1918-22 (side written 1922) (Overall EX) Exceptionally desirable Babe Ruth signature model Louisville Slugger "40 B.R." baseball bat with late teens to early 20s "dash-dot-dash" centerbrand labeling period. Measures 35.25" long and weighs 35.4oz. Bat has severe handle crack which was repaired in the period with a series of screws which are not visible when positioned for display. Side written in grease pencil, "36oz Rapidan Supply Co, Rapidan, VA 4-25-22." The word "To" was written in period ink to the left of the centerbrand (likely as part of mailing back to Company). Usage wear is evident throughout inclusive of ball and cleat marks, some grain separation, several small surface dents, and scoring. A fine even patina has developed over the years and there is some discoloration toward barrel end. Choice example for display with deeply impressed stampings and facsimile signature: Overall EX ($2,000-$4,000)Final Bid: $932.00
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