2009 Topps Updates & Highlights Babe Ruth Legends of the Game #LGU2
Babe Ruth · Topps · Insert
Player
Babe Ruth
Set
2009 Topps Updates & Highlights (Legends of the Game subset)
Year
2009
Card #
#LGU2
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6-7 (EX-MT). Visible edge wear and whitening on corners (especially top right/bottom left). Surface shows some minor smudging from handling.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Ruth always has a market, but this specific mass-produced insert is widely available.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $35-45, PSA 10: $90-110
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.99 plus shipping. PSA 10 Gem Mint copies have sold in the $85-110 range, but lower grades rarely trade as the cost of grading exceeds value.
Description
Features a classic sepia-toned image of the legendary Babe Ruth in his Boston Red Sox uniform. Part of the 'Legends of the Game Updates' insert set. Gold-colored border with an elegant arched photo frame and high-gloss finish.
Key Features
Features Babe Ruth as a pitcher for the Red Sox, which is a popular era for collectors; iconic Topps insert design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps printing with correct font pixelation on the logo and appropriate foil-stamped lettering. Not a commonly faked card due to low base value.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on several corners; minor chipping along the top edge; visible surface fingerprints; centering is slightly heavy to the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low-cost PWE shipping), COMC, or as part of a lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading far exceeds the market value of the card at this condition. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader immediately to prevent further damage. Best sold as part of a Ruth-themed lot to maximize interest.