An original, high grade autographed Babe Ruth model bat is now available as part of the “Yankees Legends Auction” at Steiner Sports. The brown bat, a promotional model circa 1933, was autographed by Ruth with a steel-tipped pen between the trademark and the branded signature. It has been authenticated by James Spence Authentication as one of the highest-rated Ruth pieces ever. High bid on the bat was at $17,700 as of late Wednesday night. Bidding closes on April 4. Read more at Sports Collectors Daily.