Title: Auction Featuring Willie Mays Memorabilia by Hunt Auctions Concludes January 12
Subtitle: Iconic items from Willie Mays' career up for bid to benefit the Say Hey Foundation.
Meta Description: Discover the exclusive Hunt Auctions event showcasing Willie Mays memorabilia. Auction ends January 12, with proceeds supporting the Say Hey Foundation.
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What’s New
Hunt Auctions is hosting a notable live event that highlights memorabilia from baseball legend Willie Mays. The auction wraps up on January 12 and includes a variety of prestigious items linked to Mays' illustrious career. All funds raised will go to the Say Hey Foundation, which aids youth education, training, and health services.
Configuration at a Glance
- Event: Hunt Auctions live event
- Date: Concludes January 12
- Focus: Game-used items, awards, championship rings, and personal memorabilia from Willie Mays
- Charity: Entire proceeds support the Say Hey Foundation
Key Inserts & Parallels
- 1954 Giants World Series Ring - Estimated range: $500,000-$1,000,000
- 1954 National League MVP Award - Estimated range: $250,000-$500,000
- Baseball Hall of Fame Ring - Estimated range: $100,000-$300,000
- 1962 Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Award - Estimated range: $75,000-$150,000
- 1963 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated range: $25,000-$50,000
- 1964 National League Gold Glove Award - Estimated range: $25,000-$50,000
- 2002 San Francisco Giants NL Championship Ring - Estimated range: $15,000-$25,000
- 2010 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated range: $7,500-$15,000
- 2012 San Francisco Giants World Series Ring - Estimated range: $7,500-$15,000
- National Baseball Hall of Fame Lapel Pin - Estimated range: $1,500-$3,000
- Photo signed and inscribed by President Barack Obama to Mays - Estimated range: $1,000-$3,000
Autographs & Relics
- Photo signed and inscribed by President Barack Obama to Willie Mays
- Various game-used and award relics from Mays' career, encompassing rings, trophies, and lapel pins
Collector Notes
- All item estimates are provided by Hunt Auctions
- Proceeds are designated for the Say Hey Foundation as per Willie Mays' wishes
- Items feature notable awards and personal memorabilia from Mays' career
- Images and detailed information can be found through Hunt Auctions
Willie Mays Career Overview
- 24-time MLB All-Star
- National League MVP: 1954, 1965
- 1954 World Series champion
- 12-time Gold Glove recipient (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 the NL in home runs four times (1955, 1962, 1964, 1965)
- Led the 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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