SCP Auctions is gearing up to set the sports memorabilia collecting world on fire with their upcoming Spring Premier Auction. The catalog boasts an array of remarkable items that are sure to capture the attention of enthusiasts and collectors alike.
One of the crown jewels of the auction is the legendary George Mikan’s Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit, a one-of-a-kind piece signed by the basketball icon himself. This complete set, comprising a jacket and pants autographed by Mikan, comes with a letter of authenticity from Sports Investors Authentication, adding to its allure. Anticipated to command a price tag of over $400,000, this extraordinary artifact from the NBA’s early days is a treasure trove for basketball history aficionados.
The auction also shines a spotlight on high-grade vintage baseball cards, presenting a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, as well as two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig graded SGC 9, with the Gehrig card poised to exceed $150,000. These baseball cards resonate with the nostalgia of the sport’s golden era, enticing card collectors to join the bidding frenzy.
Fans of Pete Rose will delight in the opportunity to acquire the second-ranking master set of his cards, following SCP’s recent sale of the top-ranked collection. Additionally, the auction features a range of significant Shohei Ohtani memorabilia, from a jersey worn on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023 to Ohtani’s 200th career home run ball, certain to draw substantial bids from devoted fans of the baseball superstar.
Adding to the excitement are two pairs of Michael Jordan’s game-worn shoes, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. jersey with photo matching, and a Tua Tagovailoa signed jersey from 2023. The auction further showcases luxury items like a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, Olympic gold medals belonging to Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA championship ring, appealing to enthusiasts of various sports disciplines.
Noteworthy lots also include Kobe Bryant’s game-worn and signed shoes, a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a Ted Williams game-used bat, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autograph, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a baseball signed by early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and a collection of historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century, ensuring there is something for every sports history aficionado.
With a catalog featuring over 400 lots, the auction is set to commence on Wednesday and will run until Saturday, April 13, inviting bidders to participate in the thrilling event online at SCPAuctions.com. This is a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire iconic pieces that encapsulate the rich tapestry of sports history.
