Ty Cobb autograph book valued up to $20,000 at appraisal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 9:46 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
John Gallagher presented a vintage sports autograph book featuring Ty Cobb and other sports legends for appraisal at DuMouchelles auction house. The book contains signatures from 10 or 11 Hall of Fame members, including Mickey Cochrane and Hank Greenberg. Experts stated that Cobb's autograph alone could fetch between $1,500 and $5,000 at auction, contributing to an overall estimated value of $15,000 to $20,000. Gallagher plans to pass the collection down to his son, emphasizing its rarity and significance.
- •Ty Cobb's signature valued at $1,500 to $5,000.
- •Overall value of the autograph book estimated at $15,000 to $20,000.
- •Collection includes autographs from Hall of Fame members.
- •Gallagher intends to keep the book in the family.
- •Experts emphasize rarity and condition of autographs.
- 9:46 AMYahoo Sports — Welcome Mat: Ty Cobb signature boosts 'rare' autograph book value
"A vintage sports autograph book featuring Ty Cobb and other legends is appraised at up to $20,000.
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