Title: Willie Mays Memorabilia Auction by Hunt Auctions Ends January 12
Subtitle: Iconic Collection of Willie Mays Memorabilia to Benefit Say Hey Foundation
Meta Description: Discover the exclusive Willie Mays memorabilia auction by Hunt Auctions, closing January 12. Proceeds support the Say Hey Foundation, aiding youth education and health.
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What’s New
Hunt Auctions is hosting a major live event featuring memorabilia from the legendary Hall of Famer Willie Mays. The auction is set to conclude on January 12, showcasing a variety of high-profile items linked to Mays' storied baseball career. All funds raised from this event will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which aims to support 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: All proceeds support the Say Hey Foundation
Key Inserts & Parallels
- 1954 Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $500,000-$1,000,000
- 1954 National League MVP Award - Estimated value: $250,000-$500,000
- Baseball Hall of Fame Ring - Estimated value: $100,000-$300,000
- 1962 Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Award - Estimated value: $75,000-$150,000
- 1963 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated value: $25,000-$50,000
- 1964 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated value: $25,000-$50,000
- 2002 San Francisco Giants NL Championship Ring - Estimated value: $15,000-$25,000
- 2010 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $7,500-$15,000
- 2012 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated value: $7,500-$15,000
- National Baseball Hall of Fame Lapel Pin - Estimated value: $1,500-$3,000
- President Barack Obama autographed and inscribed photo to Mays - Estimated value: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- President Barack Obama autographed and inscribed photo addressed to Willie Mays
- A range of game-used and award relics from different stages of Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All item estimates in the auction are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation following Willie Mays' wishes
- The items include significant awards and personal memorabilia spanning Mays' career
- Images and detailed information are available from Hunt Auctions
Willie Mays Career Overview
- 24-time MLB All-Star
- National League MVP: 1954, 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, 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 time in 1952 and all of 1953 due to military service
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