Bob Feller Personalized Autographed Baseball with Inscription
Inscribed by Bob Feller (Cleveland Indians Hall of Famer) · Collectibles & Antiques > Sports Memorabilia
Era / Decade
Circa 1990s-2000s; inscription style and ink suggest a post-retirement signing event.
Material
Natural leather baseball with red stitching; blue or black ink/sharpie; acrylic display globe with gold-tone metal or plastic base.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The baseball shows significant yellowing/toning, which is common with age. The signature is clear but personalized ('To my pal Gary...'), which can impact value.
Demand Level
Moderate. Bob Feller memorabilia is common because he signed frequently throughout his retirement, but there is always a niche for Cleveland Indians collectors.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$40.00 - $85.00. Personalized signatures generally sell for 40-60% less than non-personalized 'clean' signatures.
Estimated Retail Value
$100.00 - $150.00 (Estimated cost if purchased through a memorabilia dealer at peak time).
Comparable Sales
Clean Bob Feller signed balls with COAs sell for $100-$150. Personalized balls without COAs frequently sell between $35 and $60 locally or on eBay Sold listings.
Description
Authentic Bob Feller hand-signed baseball. Features a personalized inscription that reads 'To my pal Gary [Last Name], From Bob Feller 19...'. The baseball is housed in a protective acrylic sphere on a decorative gold-colored trophy base. Bob Feller was a legendary pitcher for the Cleveland Indians and a WWII veteran, known for his hall-of-fame career.
Key Features
Hall of Fame signature; prominent baseball legend; includes protective display case; Feller was a prolific signer, ensuring a steady market for his items.
Authenticity Indicators
The signature matches known Feller exemplars well (especially the 'B' and 'F' loops). High confidence in authenticity but low current market value due to personalization and lack of paper authentication.
Flaws to Note
Significant leather yellowing/toning throughout; personalized inscription ('To Gary') limits the audience; lack of official COA (Certificate of Authenticity) from JSA or PSA/DNA.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for sports memorabilia. Local Facebook Marketplace for Cleveland-area sellers; specialized sports auctions for authenticated versions.
Selling Tips
List as an 'Auction' if in the Cleveland area, or 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' elsewhere. Use keywords: 'Bob Feller', 'Cleveland Indians', 'HOF', 'Hand Signed', 'Autographed'. Take clear, close-up photos of the signature.