Hackensack, New Jersey – Baseball enthusiasts are commemorating the legacy of the late Willie Mays through a special auction organized by Goldin Auctions. Among the featured items is a rare 1970-72 Willie Mays game-used MacGregor KC1P Professional Model Baseball Glove from Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson’s personal collection. This glove, worn by Mays towards the end of his career, is set to be auctioned off as part of Goldin’s King of Collectibles event.
According to Ken Goldin, the CEO and founder of Goldin Auctions, a baseball glove holds sentimental value for players as it embodies their personal blood, sweat, and tears. The auction is scheduled to open for bidding on July 13, offering baseball fans and collectors the opportunity to own a piece of baseball history in the form of Mays’ iconic glove.
In addition to the glove, Goldin Auctions is also featuring a rare 1951 Type 1 original photograph from Mays’ rookie debut game at the age of 20. The photograph captures Mays receiving advice from fellow baseball great Leo Durocher, providing a glimpse into the early days of his legendary career. Vintage rookie debut items like these are highly sought after by collectors, with similar memorabilia from players like Jackie Robinson fetching significant amounts at auctions.
The June auction by Goldin Auctions showcases a variety of Willie Mays Type 1 photos and collectibles, including baseball cards, signed balls, and bats. Ken Goldin expressed his admiration for Mays, describing him as the greatest all-around baseball player of all time. The auction serves as a platform to honor Mays’ incredible legacy and offer fans the chance to own valuable pieces of baseball history.
Goldin emphasized the impact Mays had on the sport and culture, noting that the baseball legend is revered as an icon and hero by millions. As the auction presents the opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of history, Goldin Auctions aims to share Mays’ remarkable legacy with fans and collectors worldwide. The event not only celebrates Mays’ contributions to baseball but also highlights his enduring influence on the sport and its enthusiasts.