Willie Mays Memorabilia Auction by Hunt Auctions Closes January 12

What’s New

Hunt Auctions is holding a significant live event featuring memorabilia from Hall of Famer Willie Mays. The auction closes on January 12 and offers a range of high-profile items connected to Mays' legendary baseball career. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the Say Hey Foundation, which supports youth education, training, and health services.

Configuration at a Glance

• Event: Hunt Auctions live auction
• Date: Closes January 12
• Focus: Game-used memorabilia, awards, championship rings, and personal items from Willie Mays
• Charity: All proceeds benefit 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
• Multiple game-used and award relics from various points in Mays' career, including rings, trophies, and lapel pins

Collector Notes

• All auction item estimates provided by Hunt Auctions
• Proceeds directed to the Say Hey Foundation per Willie Mays' wishes
• Items include significant awards and personal memorabilia from throughout Mays' career
• Images and further details 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 statistics: .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