A baseball lover’s dream has come true with Hindman’s Having a Ball Auction in Chicago, where a vast collection of autographed baseballs is up for grabs. Featuring over 570 lots, this auction boasts an impressive array of baseballs signed by some of the greatest players in the game’s history. From legendry figures like Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Jackie Robinson, to other rare signatures from baseball Hall of Famers, this auction is a treasure trove for collectors.
James Smith, the Director of Sports Memorabilia at Hindman, expressed his excitement about the collection, describing it as one of the most extensive and thrilling that the auction house has ever presented. With such high praise, it’s no wonder that collectors and baseball enthusiasts are eager to participate in this unique event.
Among the standout pieces in this auction is a baseball signed by the 1934 New York Yankees, marking Babe Ruth’s last year with the team. The ball features signatures from Ruth, his famous teammate Lou Gehrig, as well as other Hall of Famers such as Earle Combs and Tony Lazzeri. Adding to its appeal, the ball comes with authentication letters from PSA and Beckett Authentication Services, guaranteeing its provenance and authenticity.
Another remarkable item is a baseball from the deadball era, signed by a diverse group of baseball personalities including Cy Young and the first baseball commissioner, Kennesaw “Mountain” Landis. What makes this ball even more extraordinary are the signatures of Mrs. Christy Mathewson and Mrs. John J. McGraw, making it a true collector’s item. To ensure its authenticity, the ball comes with a letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services.
The auction also features other notable items, including a high-grade 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers team-signed ball, a 1957 Milwaukee Braves World Series championship ball, and a 1972 National League All-Star team ball signed by luminaries such as Roberto Clemente and Hank Aaron. Collectors will be delighted to find signed team balls from the 1930 and 1932 Philadelphia Athletics, featuring baseball legends like Jimmie Foxx and Lefty Grove.
Bidders can participate in the Having a Ball timed online auction through Hindman’s website and Live Auctioneers. The lots will close sequentially, starting at 9 AM CT on November 29. To ensure fairness, the auction implements an extended bidding system. If a bid is placed in the final minute before a lot’s closing time, the bidding period for that lot is extended by five minutes. This allows all interested parties to have an equal chance to participate without affecting the closing times of other lots.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own autographed baseballs from iconic players and be part of the excitement of Hindman’s Having a Ball Auction in Chicago. Start bidding now and add these extraordinary pieces of baseball history to your collection.
