1928 Tharp's Ice Cream #6 Babe Ruth (Throwing) PSA GOOD 2

• Sold For: $16,200
• Year: 1928
• Auction: 2023 Fall
• Lot #: 2
• Auction Category: Prewar Baseball - 1910s and 1920s Cards

Only 4 Graded! Graded GOOD 2 by PSA. Nearly a century ago, young customers were posed with a difficult choice - enjoy a free ice cream bar or keep their picture of the legendary Babe Ruth. While in 2023 the option would be clear, in 1928 fans of the Tharp's Ice Cream brand of Shamokin, Pennsylvania would understandably be more torn. Consigned to Huggins & Scott at the National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago, the offered 1928 Tharp's Ice Cream #6 Babe Ruth (Throwing) pose is one of the few examples of the all-time great to survive the promotional campaign. This black-and-white cornerstone is crease-free with only mild corner wear and a perfectly registered action pose. Despite varying levels of front/back discoloration, the overall presentation of this regional classic is not compromised. A pint-sized Ruthian relic that is mighty in value and will certainly attract serious bidding interest. Opening Bid $2,500.