FALL 2012 Auction
Wed, Nov 14, 2012 09:00PM EST - Sun, Dec 2, 2012 12:00PM EST
Lot 368
RARE TY COBB AUTOGRAPHED 1920 H&B LOUISVILLE SLUGGER DECAL BAT
Sold for
$5,317.20
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 |
In spite of his contentious demeanor Ty Cobb proved to be an accommodating autograph signer throughout his life. Interestingly as abundant as examples of his signature are on objects such as baseballs photos checks letters and other paper items it is exceptionally rare to find his autograph on a bat. This stands to reason to some degree due to logistical limitations of transporting such an object but the extreme rarity of Cobb signed bats seems to exceed the rationale of logistics alone.
Presented here is one of the finest Ty Cobb autographed objects we have handled. The medium is a 35.25 inch 37.6 ounce H&B model 40TC Ty Cobb decal bat. Dating to the 1925-28 period the bat has many characteristics in common with the clubs wielded by Cobb in the field of play however these 40 series decal bats were produced for retail sale. Cobbs inscription To Ken Sincerely Ty Cobb appears positioned on the barrel precisely between the center brand and decal. The black ink inscription rates 8/10. The bat itself shows considerable evidence of use resulting in damage to the Georgia Peach label but not significantly affecting the overall presentation quality or the integrity of Cobbs writing. Relative to other Cobb signed objects of parallel quality and condition; this is an infinitely more rare commodity.
Includes a full LOA from PSA/DNA.
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