Mid Summer Classic Auction 2016
Tue, Mar 8, 2016 04:00PM EST - Sat, Aug 20, 2016 11:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 552
1932 U.S. CARAMEL #32 BABE RUTH NM-MT PSA 8
Sold for
$62,142
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $20,000 |
| $300,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
This is one of Babe Ruth's rarest 1930s cards and one of the key cards to the U.S. Caramel set. The 1932 multisport set produced by U.S. Caramel is considerably rarer than Goudeys and most other 1930s sets and has long been recognized as among the most desirable issues of the era. As the last card in the set the #32 Ruth card tended to gravitate to the bottom of the stack exposing it to much more wear than other cards. The offered example is a resounding exception.
Testimony to its rarity in high grade relative to Ruth's Goudey counterparts this is one of just thirteen examples at its tier (with two graded higher) recorded in PSA's census reporting. Consistent with its NM-MT 8 assessment the corners bear only minute indications of wear and the color is vibrant. The centering is about 55/45 L-R and 60/40 top to bottom and pleasing to the eye overall. Equally impressive is the reverse with excellent printing and mild toning. Ready to fill a gaping hole on one lucky collectors "want list" this rare high grade Ruth gem beckons advanced hobbyists to step up and call your shot.
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