Cal Ripken Jr.
MLB Hall of Fame shortstop and third baseman, Baltimore Orioles · Baseball - MLB
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Era
Circa 1990s peak playing career
Item Type
Official league baseball with red stitching
Condition
Very Good condition with minor toning and light ball surface wear
Overall Assessment
This appears to be a genuine Cal Ripken Jr. single-signed baseball with strong eye appeal and natural flow. The biggest strength is the clean placement on the sweet spot, while the main concern is lack of provenance. The sensible next step is submission to a top-tier authenticator.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$150 to $300 unauthenticated, increasing to $300 to $500 with full third-party certification
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 for standard authentication, costing approximately $50 to $100 with a few weeks turnaround