SCP Auctions is back with a bang, unveiling their Spring Premier catalog filled with a treasure trove of top-notch sports memorabilia that is sure to make collectors’ hearts race with excitement. At the forefront of this auction is the one and only known George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit, a gem from the early days of the NBA that is signed by the legendary basketball player himself. This exclusive piece, featuring both the jacket and pants autographed by Mikan, comes with a Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from Sports Investors Authentication and is projected to command a whopping sum that could soar beyond the $400,000 mark.
George Mikan, a trailblazer in the realm of basketball, holds a revered status among fans and collectors, making his memorabilia highly sought after. The Spring Premier auction also boasts a lineup of prime vintage baseball cards, including the illustrious PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, not one but two 1952 Topps Mantles, a remarkable 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a scarce 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig graded SGC 9, with the Gehrig card anticipated to fetch over $150,000.
For enthusiasts of Pete Rose memorabilia, SCP presents the second-ranked master set of his cards, following the sale of the top-ranked set last autumn. The auction further showcases a collection of notable Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia, such as the jersey worn by Ohtani on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, projected to elicit bids in the six-figure range, as well as Ohtani’s 200th career home run ball.
Amidst the dazzling array of items up for grabs are two pairs of game-worn shoes from the one and only Michael Jordan, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. jersey with photo-matching, and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s 2023 season. The auction also presents a selection of exquisite high-end jewelry, including the 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, Olympic gold medals awarded to Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA championship ring.
Noteworthy lots also encompass game-worn and signed shoes from the unforgettable Kobe Bryant, the 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a game-used bat from the legendary Ted Williams, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autograph, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a baseball bearing the signatures of early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and an array of historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
This grand auction, featuring a staggering collection of over 400 lots, commences on Wednesday and runs through Saturday, April 13, providing eager bidders with the opportunity to vie for these remarkable pieces online at SCPAuctions.com. Get ready to dive into the world of sports history and collectibles, as SCP’s Spring Premier Auction is bound to dazzle and delight enthusiasts and collectors alike.
