SCP Auctions’ Spring Premier catalog is a dazzling display of rare and iconic sports memorabilia set to entice avid collectors and enthusiasts alike. The star of this show is the one-of-a-kind George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit, autographed by the basketball legend himself. A true gem from the NBA’s early days, this ensemble comprising a jacket and pants signed by Mikan comes with a Letter of Authenticity from Sports Investors Authentication, with an estimated value of over $400,000.
George Mikan holds a special place in the history of basketball, making his memorabilia highly sought after, especially game-worn items like this warm-up suit. Alongside this prized possession, the auction boasts a selection of prime vintage baseball cards, including a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig graded SGC 9, with the Gehrig card anticipated to surpass $150,000 in value.
For fans of Pete Rose, the auction presents the second-ranked master set of his cards, building on the success of SCP’s sale of the top-ranked set last autumn. Collectors can also find significant items related to Shohei Ohtani, such as his jersey worn on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, projected to command six-figure bids, as well as Ohtani’s 200th career home run ball.
Adding to the allure are two pairs of game-worn Michael Jordan shoes, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. jersey with photo matching, and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s 2023 collection. The auction’s lineup further includes luxury jewelry items like a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, Olympic gold medals attributed to Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA championship ring.
Among the standout lots are Kobe Bryant’s game-worn and signed shoes, a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a game-used bat from Ted Williams, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autographed card, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a baseball signed by early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and a selection of historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
With over 400 lots to choose from, the auction kicks off on Wednesday and runs until Saturday, April 13, welcoming bids from collectors worldwide on SCPAuctions.com. Whether you’re a passionate collector or a sports enthusiast, this event is not to be missed for a chance to own a piece of sporting history.