SCP Auctions is gearing up to captivate collectors with its Spring Premier auction, featuring an array of exclusive sports memorabilia bound to excite enthusiasts worldwide. One of the standout pieces in this auction is the exceptionally rare George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit. Autographed by Mikan himself, this one-of-a-kind ensemble hailing from the NBA’s early days is expected to command a staggering price tag of over $400,000. Accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity from Sports Investors Authentication, this iconic piece is a must-have for basketball aficionados.
George Mikan, a basketball luminary whose influence on the sport resonates to this day, remains a highly sought-after figure in sports memorabilia circles. Fans and collectors will also be treated to an impressive collection of vintage baseball cards, headlined by the coveted PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card. Additionally, the auction boasts two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig card graded SGC 9, with the Gehrig card anticipated to surpass the $150,000 mark.
For those devoted to Pete Rose memorabilia, SCP’s auction presents the second-ranked master set of his cards, following the previous sale of the top-ranked set last autumn. The event also showcases a diverse range of significant Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia. Highlights include Ohtani’s jersey worn on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, poised to fetch substantial six-figure bids, and the ball marking Ohtani’s 200th career home run.
In addition to these stellar offerings, collectors can look forward to two pairs of game-worn shoes from basketball legend Michael Jordan, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. jersey authenticated via photo matching, and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s 2023 season. The auction further boasts exquisite jewelry pieces such as 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.
Enthusiasts can also bid on items like Kobe Bryant game-worn and signed shoes, a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a game-used bat from baseball legend Ted Williams, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autograph, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a multi-signed baseball featuring early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and historic sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
With a lineup exceeding 400 lots, the auction kicks off on Wednesday and runs through Saturday, April 13. Bidders can participate in this thrilling event by visiting SCPAuctions.com and vie for a chance to own a piece of sporting history.