SCP Auctions is gearing up to astonish sports memorabilia collectors with their Spring Premier catalog, set to feature a remarkable array of iconic items. Among the standout pieces leading the auction is the exclusive George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers warm-up suit. This rare suit, adorned with the signature of basketball legend George Mikan himself, comprising a jacket and pants, stands as the sole known piece of its kind and is anticipated to command a staggering price surpassing $400,000. Authenticated by Sports Investors Authentication, this unique ensemble is a nod to the NBA’s formative years, making it an invaluable gem for basketball history enthusiasts.
George Mikan’s memorabilia continues to hold significant allure for collectors, particularly game-worn articles, as evidenced by the fervor surrounding this singular warm-up suit. Additionally, the Spring Premier catalog boasts a cache of high-grade vintage baseball cards that are sure to captivate enthusiasts. Notable cards include a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a scarce 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig registered at SGC 9, with the Gehrig card projected to fetch over $150,000, further enriching the auction’s unparalleled offerings.
The auction also encompasses an impressive assortment for fans of Pete Rose memorabilia, including the second-ranked master set of his cards, following SCP’s recent sale of the top-ranked set. A spotlight on contemporary baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani unveils noteworthy cards and memorabilia, such as the jersey he sported on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, poised to attract substantial six-figure bids, as well as his milestone 200th career home run ball.
Adding to the allure are prized lots like two pairs of Michael Jordan game-worn shoes, a signature Roberto Clemente cap, a Ronald Acuna Jr. jersey authenticated through photo-matching, and a signed Tua Tagovailoa jersey from 2023. The auction also features a selection of high-end jewelry, including the 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, historic Olympic gold medals awarded to Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a championship ring from the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA triumph.
Further enhancing the catalog are items like game-worn and autographed Kobe Bryant shoes, the revered 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a game-used Ted Williams bat, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autograph, a rookie gem in the form of the 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson card, multi-signed baseballs featuring early Hall of Fame inductees and luminaries from the New York Yankees, and a selection of historical sports mementos dating back to the early 20th century.
With a vast collection of over 400 lots, the auction kicks off on Wednesday, offering bidders the chance to vie for these iconic sports artifacts until Saturday, April 13. The entire lineup can be accessed for bidding on SCPAuctions.com, ensuring enthusiasts have ample opportunity to acquire a piece of sporting history that speaks to their passion for the game.
