What’s New
Hunt Auctions is hosting a notable live auction showcasing memorabilia from the Hall of Fame career of Willie Mays. The auction concludes on January 12 and features an array of prestigious items associated with Mays' illustrious time in baseball. All funds raised will benefit the Say Hey Foundation, dedicated to 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 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
- 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 phases of Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All item estimates provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation as per Willie Mays' wishes
- Items include major awards and personal memorabilia from throughout Mays' career
- Images and more 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 time in 1952 and all of 1953 due to military service
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