Title: Willie Mays Memorabilia Auction by Hunt Auctions Ends January 12
Subtitle: Auction features iconic items from Willie Mays' baseball career, benefiting the Say Hey Foundation.
Meta Description: Discover the Willie Mays memorabilia auction by Hunt Auctions, closing January 12. Proceeds aid the Say Hey Foundation. Explore game-used items, awards, and more.
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What’s New
Hunt Auctions is hosting a prominent live event showcasing memorabilia from the Hall of Fame legend Willie Mays. The auction concludes on January 12 and includes a variety of notable items linked to Mays' storied baseball career. All proceeds from this auction will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which focuses on youth education, training, and health services.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Hunt Auctions live auction
- Date: Ends January 12
- Focus: Game-used memorabilia, awards, championship rings, and personal items from Willie Mays
- Charity: Entire 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
- Numerous game-used and award relics from various stages of Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All auction item estimates are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are directed to the Say Hey Foundation according to Willie Mays' wishes
- Items include notable awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and further details can be found at 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 part of 1952 and all of 1953 due to military service
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