SCP Auctions’ Spring Premier event is nothing short of a sports memorabilia extravaganza, showcasing an array of coveted and rare items that are sure to captivate any collector’s heart. Among the standout pieces is the singular George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit, complete with signatures from the basketball legend himself. This gem from the early days of the NBA is projected to fetch an impressive sum, with estimates reaching upwards of $400,000. Authenticated by Sports Investors Authentication, this piece is a true testament to basketball history.
The auction also boasts a remarkable collection of vintage baseball cards, headlined by a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card. Additionally, collectors can find two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig SGC 9, with the Gehrig card anticipated to exceed $150,000. The allure of these classic baseball cards lies not only in their monetary value but also in the rich history and nostalgia they evoke.
For fans of Pete Rose memorabilia, the auction offers the opportunity to acquire the second-ranked master set of his cards, following SCP’s previous sale of the top-ranked collection last autumn. The event also features an impressive array of Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia, including the jersey worn by the phenom on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, expected to command six-figure bids, as well as Ohtani’s milestone 200th career home run ball.
Among the auction’s other prized possessions are two pairs of game-worn Michael Jordan shoes, a Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. photo-matched jersey, and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s 2023 season. The event also showcases high-end jewelry such as a 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 items up for bidding include game-worn and signed Kobe Bryant 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 Yankees legends, and a collection of historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
With a vast selection of over 400 lots, this auction is a treasure trove for sports enthusiasts and collectors alike. Starting on Wednesday and running through Saturday, April 13, the bidding action takes place online at SCPAuctions.com, promising excitement and fierce competition for these exceptional pieces of sports history.
