SCP Auctions is back with a bang in its Spring Premier catalog, captivating collectors with a diverse array of sports memorabilia that promises to leave enthusiasts in awe. Stealing the spotlight is the legendary George Mikan’s Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit, a true gem in the world of basketball artifacts. The set, adorned with Mikan’s signature, is a must-have for any serious collector, boasting an estimated value of over $400,000.
As a pioneer in the basketball realm, George Mikan’s artifacts are steeped in history and hold immense sentimental value for avid fans of the sport. Alongside this iconic warm-up suit, the auction also boasts a collection of prime vintage baseball cards that are sure to make waves amongst aficionados. Notable highlights include a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, multiple 1952 Topps Mantle cards, a 1963 Topps Mantle SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig SGC 9, with the Gehrig card expected to command upwards of $150,000.
For collectors with a penchant for Pete Rose memorabilia, SCP is offering the second-ranked master set of his cards, following the sale of the top-ranked set last fall. The auction’s lineup also includes a captivating assortment of Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia, such as the jersey worn by Ohtani on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, poised to attract significant six-figure bids, and Ohtani’s 200th career home run ball.
Adding to the allure are two pairs of game-worn Michael Jordan shoes, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. photo-matched jersey, and a signed Tua Tagovailoa jersey from 2023. The assortment extends further to include high-end jewelry items like the 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.
Noteworthy lots also feature 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 an assortment of historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
With a wide array of over 400 lots up for bidding, the auction kicks off on Wednesday and runs through Saturday, April 13, welcoming enthusiasts and collectors to partake in the bidding frenzy at SCPAuctions.com. Get ready to delve into a world of sports history and nostalgia as SCP’s Spring Premier Auction promises an unforgettable experience for all aficionados of collectible sports memorabilia.
