Cal Ripken Jr.
MLB Hall of Fame shortstop, Baltimore Orioles, Iron Man record holder · Baseball - MLB
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Era
Circa 1990s-2000s, peak career or post-retirement
Item Type
Official Major League baseball, sweet-spot placement
Condition
Near Mint; clean white leather with bold, crisp blue ballpoint signature and no noticeable fading
Overall Assessment
A highly desirable sweet-spot baseball with strong visual appeal and textbook form. The main strength is placement and ink vibrancy, while the main concern is lack of provenance. Next step is professional third-party authentication.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$150 to $300 unauthenticated, increasing to $300 to $500 if certified by a major TPA
AI can make mistakes. This estimate is for general guidance only, not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on authentication, condition, provenance, and market demand.
Get It Authenticated
PSA/DNA or JSA; expect $50 to $100 for service fees and a few weeks turnaround. Recommend certification before selling