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Hunt Auctions is hosting a noteworthy live event that showcases memorabilia from the illustrious career of Hall of Famer Willie Mays. Scheduled to conclude on January 12, this auction features an array of prestigious items tied to Mays' storied history in baseball. All auction proceeds will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which aids in youth education, training, and health initiatives.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Hunt Auctions live auction
- Date: Ends January 12
- Focus: Game-used memorabilia, awards, championship rings, and personal artifacts from Willie Mays
- Charity: Proceeds benefit the Say Hey Foundation
Key Inserts & Parallels
- 1954 Giants World Series Ring - Estimated worth: $500,000-$1,000,000
- 1954 National League MVP Award - Estimated worth: $250,000-$500,000
- Baseball Hall of Fame Ring - Estimated worth: $100,000-$300,000
- 1962 Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Award - Estimated worth: $75,000-$150,000
- 1963 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated worth: $25,000-$50,000
- 1964 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated worth: $25,000-$50,000
- 2002 San Francisco Giants NL Championship Ring - Estimated worth: $15,000-$25,000
- 2010 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated worth: $7,500-$15,000
- 2012 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated worth: $7,500-$15,000
- National Baseball Hall of Fame Lapel Pin - Estimated worth: $1,500-$3,000
- Photo autographed and inscribed by President Barack Obama to Mays - Estimated worth: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- Photo autographed by President Barack Obama with a personal inscription to Willie Mays
- Various game-used items and award relics from Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All item estimates are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation as per Willie Mays' wishes
- Items feature significant awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and additional details are available from Hunt Auctions
Willie Mays Career Overview
- 24-time MLB All-Star
- National League MVP in 1954 and 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 and 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 1952 and all of 1953 due to military service
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