New in 2023, the “Pure Set” is modeled after the original “pure set”—the ‘53 Bowmans. The cards are slightly smaller (2 3/8 x 3 5/8”) and feature subjects from 1927—the year the Yankees ruled the baseball world like nobody had before—and 1957—the year baseball would change forever as the Dodgers and Giants left Brooklyn. Those 30 years are truly the game’s “Golden Age”.

At the forefront; and the first card in this massive undertaking, is “The Babe”. Licensed directly from the owner of the original negative, the clarity and precision on this card is remarkable. Hand-painted in a vintage Kodachrome pallet, the image of Ruth pops from the card’s surface. This is—without question—the finest Ruth offering Banty Red has ever done. The card will auction only on holidays so this is the place to grab it!

Lightly glossed like a ‘53 Bowman and ready for the finest of Yankee or Ruth compilations. The card comes encased, sealed with our tamper-evident “Authentic” seal.