SCP Auctions is about to embark on another riveting event with its Spring Premier Auction, inviting sports memorabilia enthusiasts to indulge in a treasure trove of iconic items. The highlight of the catalog is an unparalleled piece – the only known George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit. This extraordinary ensemble, featuring a jacket and pants signed by the basketball legend himself, harks back to the NBA’s formative years. Authenticated by Sports Investors Authentication, this exceptional piece is projected to command a steep price of over $400,000, making it a prized possession for any collector.
George Mikan’s influence on the world of basketball is legendary, rendering his memorabilia highly sought after. The auction extends its allure with an array of vintage baseball cards, including gems like a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle SGC 9, and a scarce 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig SGC 9. Among these treasures, the Gehrig card stands out with an expected value surpassing $150,000, appealing to avid card collectors and baseball enthusiasts alike.
For enthusiasts of Pete Rose’s memorabilia, SCP Auctions presents the second-ranked master set of his cards, following the sale of the top-ranked set in the previous fall auction. This event also boasts a captivating assortment of Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia, such as the jersey worn by Ohtani on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, poised to elicit six-figure bids, and the monumental 200th career home run ball of Ohtani, capturing priceless moments in sports history.
Further enhancing the excitement are items like two pairs of game-worn Michael Jordan shoes, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. photo-matched jersey, and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s performance in 2023. The auction takes on a luxurious flair with the inclusion of high-end jewelry items such as a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, Olympic gold medals bestowed upon Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA championship ring, each embodying excellence and achievement in the world of sports.
Noteworthy lots in this extensive collection comprise Kobe Bryant’s game-worn and signed shoes, a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a Ted Williams game-used bat, a Tom Brady autographed 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Orange Refractor, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a baseball signed by early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and a spectrum of historical sports artifacts dating back to the dawn of the 20th century.
With over 400 lots up for bidding, the auction opens its virtual doors on Wednesday, leading collectors on a compelling journey through sports history until Saturday, April 13. The bidding action unfolds online at the official SCP Auctions website, offering enthusiasts worldwide the chance to acquire a piece of sports history and elevate their collections with these extraordinary relics. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure your own piece of sporting greatness at SCPAuctions.com!