What’s New
Hunt Auctions is organizing a major live sale, showcasing memorabilia from the illustrious career of Hall of Famer Willie Mays. The auction concludes on January 12 and includes a selection of notable items tied to Mays' storied baseball journey. All funds raised will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which aids youth in education, training, and health services.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Hunt Auctions live event
- Date: Ends January 12
- Focus: Game-used items, awards, championship rings, and personal memorabilia from Willie Mays
- Charity: Proceeds go to the Say Hey Foundation
Key Inserts & Parallels
- 1954 Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $500,000-$1,000,000
- 1954 National League MVP Award - Estimated value: $250,000-$500,000
- Baseball Hall of Fame Ring - Estimated value: $100,000-$300,000
- 1962 Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Award - Estimated value: $75,000-$150,000
- 1963 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated value: $25,000-$50,000
- 1964 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated value: $25,000-$50,000
- 2002 San Francisco Giants NL Championship Ring - Estimated value: $15,000-$25,000
- 2010 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $7,500-$15,000
- 2012 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $7,500-$15,000
- National Baseball Hall of Fame Lapel Pin - Estimated value: $1,500-$3,000
- Photo signed and inscribed by President Barack Obama to Mays - Estimated value: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- Photo signed and inscribed by President Barack Obama, addressed to Willie Mays
- Various game-used and award relics from Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- Valuations provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds allocated to the Say Hey Foundation as per Willie Mays' intention
- Items feature major awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and additional information available through Hunt Auctions
Willie Mays Career Overview
- 24-time MLB All-Star
- National League MVP: 1954, 1965
- 1954 World Series Champion
- 12-time Gold Glove recipient (1957-1968)
- Career stats: .301 batting average, 3,293 hits, 660 home runs, 1,909 RBI, 339 stolen bases, 156.2 WAR
- Played 21 seasons with the Giants, 2 with the Mets
Notable Achievements
- Led NL in home runs four times (1955, 1962, 1964, 1965)
- Led NL in WAR 10 times
- Rookie of the Year in 1951
- Missed part of 1952 and all of 1953 due to military service
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