Sports enthusiasts and collectors, mark your calendars for January 25, 2025, as Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. presents their inaugural Pre-1980 Sports Cards & Memorabilia Auction. This landmark event, exclusively online, will showcase an impressive collection of 260 rare and highly collectible items, beginning with the closing of the sale at 9 a.m. Eastern time.
This eagerly awaited auction offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bid on iconic sports cards and memorabilia, all transacted in Canadian dollars. Among the exceptional highlights are the following must-have items:
1. 1957 Topps Baseball 407-Card Set: This complete, high-graded set is renowned for its historical significance, boasting more Hall of Fame players than any other set. Included in this collection are four graded checklists, rare contest cards, and the coveted Lucky Penny Card, with an estimated value of $65,000–$75,000.
2. 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Card (#311): A true “holy grail” in sports card collecting, this PSA-graded 1.5 FR card exhibits strong visuals and is a centerpiece for any serious collection, valued between $30,000–$40,000.
3. 1951 Bowman Partial Set (155 Cards): Featuring the prized Mickey Mantle rookie card (PSA 4.5 VG-EX+), alongside cards of Ted Williams (PSA 6 EX-MT) and Yogi Berra (PSA 5), with an estimated worth of $20,000–$25,000.
4. 1966 Topps Bobby Orr Rookie Card (#35): A PSA-graded 6 EX-MT card of the legendary hockey player Bobby Orr, valued at $10,000–$15,000.
The auction will also present Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth memorabilia, such as a Worth Official League baseball signed by Lou Gehrig (circa 1927–1930) with full PSA/DNA and JSA authentication, estimated at $10,000–$15,000. Additionally, a Spalding “Babe Ruth Home Run Special” ball dual-signed by Ruth and Gehrig during their Canadian barnstorming tour holds a similar estimated value.
The 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card (#57), graded Beckett 8, is a must-have for Jordan fans, with an estimated value of $8,000–$9,000.
This online-only auction will feature sequential lot closures beginning at 9 a.m. Eastern time. To participate, interested bidders can visit the Miller & Miller Auctions website or LiveAuctioneers.com. A comprehensive catalog of all items is available online for a preview before the sale.
Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. is a reputable Canadian establishment known for handling high-value collectibles, including watches, jewelry, antiques, and more. Their commitment is to provide collectors with a trustworthy platform for acquiring and selling extraordinary items.
For further details or consignment inquiries, reach out to Miller & Miller Auctions at (519) 573-3710 or via email at info@millerandmillerauctions.com. To explore the complete auction catalog or register to bid, head to www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to add some of the most sought-after pieces in sports history to your collection!
