Title: Willie Mays Memorabilia Auction Hosted by Hunt Auctions Concludes January 12
Subtitle: Iconic Memorabilia from Willie Mays’ Legendary Career Up for Auction
Meta Description: Explore the Willie Mays memorabilia auction by Hunt Auctions, closing January 12, featuring game-used items, awards, and personal memorabilia. Proceeds support the Say Hey Foundation.
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What’s New
Hunt Auctions is organizing a major live auction event showcasing memorabilia from the illustrious career of Hall of Famer Willie Mays. Set to close on January 12, this auction includes a variety of prominent items tied to Mays' storied baseball career. All proceeds will aid the Say Hey Foundation, dedicated to youth education, training, and health initiatives.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Live auction by Hunt Auctions
- Date: Closing on January 12
- Focus: Game-worn 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 photo with inscription to Mays - Estimated value: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- President Barack Obama signed and inscribed photograph addressed to Willie Mays
- Numerous game-used and award relics from Mays' career, featuring rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All auction item estimates are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation, following Willie Mays' wishes
- Items include notable awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and more information are 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 statistics: .301 batting average, 3,293 hits, 660 home runs, 1,909 RBI, 339 stolen bases, 156.2 WAR
- Played 21 seasons with the Giants and 2 with the Mets
Notable Achievements
- Led the NL in home runs four times (1955, 1962, 1964, 1965)
- Led the 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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