SCP Auctions is gearing up to unveil its Spring Premier catalog, promising a spectacle of rare sports memorabilia that will entice collectors and enthusiasts alike. At the heart of this highly anticipated event is the only known warm-up suit belonging to basketball legend George Mikan of the Minneapolis Lakers. This exclusive piece, comprising a jacket and pants signed by Mikan himself, harks back to the NBA’s early days and is projected to command a staggering price of over $400,000. Authenticated by Sports Investors Authentication, this unique ensemble is primed to take center stage at the auction.
Mikan’s impact on basketball history has rendered his memorabilia particularly sought after, especially items worn during gameplay. In addition to the iconic warm-up suit, SCP’s Spring Premier auction showcases a selection of prime vintage baseball cards that are bound to captivate collectors. Among the standout items are a PSA 7 Mickey Mantle 1951 Bowman rookie card, two 1952 Topps Mantles, a 1963 Topps Mantle graded SGC 9, and a rare 1933 Goudey #92 Lou Gehrig graded SGC 9, with the Gehrig card anticipated to surpass $150,000.
For enthusiasts of Pete Rose memorabilia, the auction presents the second-ranked master set of his cards, following the sale of the top-ranked set by SCP last autumn. Notably, the event also features a diverse array of significant Shohei Ohtani cards and memorabilia, such as his jersey worn on Jackie Robinson Day in 2023, poised to attract substantial bids, alongside Ohtani’s 200th career home run ball.
Adding to the allure are two pairs of game-worn shoes from basketball icon Michael Jordan, a Roberto Clemente cap, a photo-matched jersey of Ronald Acuna Jr., and a signed jersey from Tua Tagovailoa’s 2023 season. Moreover, the auction boasts a collection of high-end jewelry, including the 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP award, Olympic gold medals awarded to Jim Hines and Oleksandr Abramenko, a 2003 Florida Marlins World Series ring, and a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA championship ring.
Noteworthy lots also include game-worn and signed shoes from the late Kobe Bryant, a 1957 Mickey Mantle AL MVP trophy, a game-used bat wielded by Ted Williams, a 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Tom Brady Orange Refractor autograph, a 1948 Leaf Jackie Robinson rookie card, a baseball signed by early Hall of Fame inductees and Yankee legends, and historical sports memorabilia dating back to the early 20th century.
With a lineup featuring over 400 lots, the auction is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday and run through to Saturday, April 13, providing ample opportunity for enthusiasts to place their bids on these rare and coveted pieces. The enthralling array of sports memorabilia awaits eager collectors at SCPAuctions.com, ready to spark spirited bidding wars and coveted acquisitions.
