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1948 Leaf Babe Ruth #3 SGC EX 5....
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Description
1948 Leaf Babe Ruth #3 SGC EX 5. From the Adolph "Herky" Rupp, Jr. Collection. New York Yankees legend Babe Ruth, a Hall of Famer and the most iconic figure in baseball history, transformed the game with his unprecedented power. He finished his storied career with 714 home runs, a .342 lifetime batting average, and seven World Series titles (three with the Boston Red Sox, four more with the Yankees). A two-way star early in his career and later the game's greatest slugger, Ruth became the face of baseball's golden age and a lasting symbol of the sport. Card #3 from the 1948 Leaf set is one of Ruth's most celebrated post-career issues and a cornerstone of vintage collecting, featuring bold color and a distinctive design. It was released in the same year as Ruth's passing. This card honors his enduring legacy and continued popularity long after his playing days came to an end. Graded SGC EX 5.More Information: The Adolph F. "Herky" Rupp Jr Collection.
Adolph F. "Herky" Rupp Jr. was born into a world immersed in sports, as the sole offspring of the legendary basketball coach Adolph F. Rupp of Kentucky. This unique upbringing fueled a deep-rooted love for sports. At the tender age of 7, Herky found his calling in the form of sports card collecting, a hobby that he initiated by purchasing gum cards for mere pennies and nickels at his local Corner Grocery.
This childhood pastime swiftly evolved into a profound passion, spanning over the years, and culminating in a comprehensive and diverse collection. His trove features an array of cards from Topps, Bowman, Fleer, Goudey, Kahn, and Play Ball, along with local and regional sets and treasures from the early 1900s, including coveted tobacco and caramel cards.
Herky focused on two primary goals within his collecting journey: the completion of his card sets and the continuous enhancement of his collection's quality. His unwavering enthusiasm and devotion to the hobby remained steadfast for an impressive 68 years until his untimely death from cancer in 2016. His legacy, however, endures in the remarkable collection he amassed, a testament to his love for sports and the art of collecting.
Auction Info
2026 May 15 - 17 Spring Sports Catalog Auction #50085 (go to Auction Home page)
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May, 2026
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