1940 Cincinnati Reds Team Signed Baseball. World Series Champs. PSA 9.5

This extraordinary, Condition Census piece of baseball history represents the pinnacle of 1940 Cincinnati Reds collectibles—a team-signed baseball from their World Series championship season, graded an exceptional 9.5 by PSA.The signatures on this stunning 1940 Cincinnati Reds World Champions team ball are graded an exceptional Mint 9, as is the pristine, snow-white Official National League ball itself. The signatures, including those of legendary figures like Ernie Lombardi and Bill McKechnie, are bold, crisp, and uniform, making this ball one of the finest examples of its kind. Its visual appeal is so remarkable that PSA has awarded it an additional half grade purely for "eye appeal." The result is a PSA-graded 9.5 team ball that radiates beauty and historical significance—a true gem for any serious collector of baseball memorabilia.

In addition to the Mint examples of Hofers Lombardi and Mc Kechnie, all the stars and starters are there, including 20-game winners Bucky Walters and Paul Derringer, Johnny Vander Meer, Jim Turner, both McCormicks, Joost, Craft, Myers, Frey ,Goodman, Moore and Thompson. They're all there-all the starters, stars and five starting pitchers. Even Gabe Paul, who later became their general manager.

As the Reds captured their first title since 1919, this team ball serves as a pristine relic from their victorious season.The condition of this team ball is unmatched, with the autograph fresh and vibrant against the creamy-white leather. It's rare to find any team so flawlessly preserved from this era, especially one bearing the high honor of a 9.5 grade by PSA. For collectors of championship memorabilia, this exceptional piece offers an unparalleled link to a triumphant moment in Cincinnati Reds history.

Finding a 1940 Reds team-signed ball is challenging in any condition, but locating one in this extraordinary state of preservation is virtually impossible. The exceptional quality and pristine appearance of this ball place it in a rarefied class.

The ball is accompanied by a graded letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, underscoring its exceptional quality and historical significance. Simply Outstanding--don't miss it!