Offered for the first time at public auction, a 1963 Roberto Clemente jersey topped bidding at the 14th annual Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory Auction Saturday, selling for $146,875. The vest-style Pittsburgh Pirates flannel had been given to the recipient by Clemente’s sister and carried a grade of A8 from MEARS. Over 500 live auction lots were offered in the … [Read more...] about 1963 Roberto Clemente Jersey Sells for Over $146,000
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VIDEO: 2017 Louisville Slugger Auction Preview
Once a year, the Louisville Slugger Museum gets a temporary makeover as display cases filled with historic baseball memorabilia take over the central part of the downtown facility. The items inside aren't meant to simply be shown off, though. They'll be up for grabs starting Saturday morning as the 14th Annual Louisville Slugger Auction gets underway. The auction is a rarity … [Read more...] about VIDEO: 2017 Louisville Slugger Auction Preview
2017 Slugger Auction to Include Pierce, Branca Collections, Jackie Bat and Glove
The 14th annual Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Auction has been set for November 11. Hunt Auctions will once again conduct the event with 400 lots of historic baseball memorabilia on the block, highlighted by the personal collection of Chicago White Sox legend, Billy Pierce. A seven-time All-Star, Pierce played for the White Sox from 1949-1961. Regarded … [Read more...] about 2017 Slugger Auction to Include Pierce, Branca Collections, Jackie Bat and Glove