1923 German Baseball Transfers Panel Babe Ruth Ty Cobb Rare SGC AUTH Historic

1923 German Baseball Transfers Panel Babe Ruth Ty Cobb Rare SGC AUTH Historic

Offered here is a rare and highly collectible 1923 German Baseball Transfers Panel featuring 25 uncut transfer stamps, authenticated by SGC as “AUTHENTIC”. This vintage sheet includes legendary players such as Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Cy Young, and Red Faber, among other stars of the early 20th century. This panel is a striking visual time capsule from a unique European-issued baseball oddity.

These transfer stamps—commonly referred to as “tattoos” or rub-ons—were intended for children's use, made in Germany during the Weimar Republic and distributed internationally. While printed in Germany, they catered to the American baseball card market, celebrating some of the era’s greatest athletes with charming, minimalist red-and-green artwork and reverse lettering (designed to transfer correctly onto surfaces).

Key Features:

• Date: 1923

• Origin: Germany (Weimar Republic)

• Content: 25 uncut transfer stamps

• Players Featured:

  • Babe Ruth (New York Yankees)

  • Ty Cobb (Detroit Tigers)

  • Cy Young, Red Faber, Dave Bancroft, Arthur Nehf, George Burns

  • Several boxers and Olympic-style athletes also included

• Condition: Graded AUTHENTIC by SGC, securely slabbed

• Dimensions: Approx. 6x8 inches total (panel size)

• Color Scheme: Vibrant red and green with black ink details

• Perforation: Fully intact between all 25 transfer images

• Back: Blank reverse, as issued

Historical Significance:

This 1923 panel represents a fascinating crossover between American sports and interwar German printing, reflecting baseball’s early international appeal. The presence of Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb—two of the most iconic figures in the sport—makes this a standout piece of pre-war memorabilia. These transfers predate many internationally distributed sports collectibles and offer a glimpse into the globalization of American baseball during the 1920s.

Only a handful of complete panels survive today, especially in this uncut format, making this a true rarity.

Collector’s Value:

Whether you're a vintage baseball collector, a Babe Ruth enthusiast, or someone who appreciates global sports ephemera, this 1923 German transfer panel delivers on rarity, charm, and historical relevance. Fully authenticated by SGC and featuring multiple Hall of Famers, this is a must-have centerpiece for any early baseball memorabilia collection.