What’s New
Hunt Auctions is hosting a prominent live event showcasing memorabilia from Hall of Fame icon Willie Mays. The auction concludes on January 12 and features a diverse array of high-profile items related to Mays' illustrious baseball career. The entire proceeds will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which focuses on supporting youth education, training, and health services.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Hunt Auctions live auction
- Date: Ends January 12
- Focus: Game-used memorabilia, awards, championship rings, and personal items from Willie Mays
- Charity: Proceeds benefit 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
- President Barack Obama signed and inscribed photo to Mays - Estimated value: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- President Barack Obama signed and inscribed photo addressed to Willie Mays
- Various game-used and award relics from different stages of Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All auction item estimates are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation, as per Willie Mays' wishes
- Items include notable awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and additional details available from Hunt Auctions
Willie Mays Career Overview
- 24-time MLB All-Star
- National League MVP: 1954, 1965
- 1954 World Series champion
- 12-time Gold Glove winner (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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