Any Babe Ruth item from 1948, the final year of his life, has another aspect to its desirability simply because of the year it calls to mind. This 6.5 inch by 9 inch black and white photo of Ruth has been signed by him in black fountain pen with a signature that reads "To my friend Art Reichle From Babe Ruth 1948." The signature has faded slightly and accordingly rates a seven. The photo has several creases with two slight tears that are between one and two inches long. This wear causes it to be in good condition. It has been double-matted in white on black and framed to approximately 14 inches by 18 inches. You don't need to be Art Reichle for this to be the centerpiece of your collection.