SCP Auctions' most recent memorabilia and sports card auction closed on Saturday with some significant sales. Most notably, the bat Babe Ruth said he used to hit his 500th home run sold for just over $1 million. The Bambino's bat was expected to be a popular item and it was. Because of its value, it drew only a total of seven bids with most being priced out. But the … [Read more...] about Ruth Bat Hits $1 Million, Tops SCP’s Fall Premier Auction
Joe Lapchick
Ruth’s 500th Homer Bat, Lapchick Jersey, 1950s Card Sets, Player Rings Among SCP Auctions Headliners
Nothing goes better with a big Thanksgiving meal than a fresh helping of sports history and collectors are getting a chance to dig in a little early this week. SCP Auctions launched its 2019 Fall Premier Auction on Wednesday, with names like Ruth, Lapchick, Mantle and Mikan joining some high-end vintage baseball cards up for grabs. Leading off is the bat Babe Ruth said … [Read more...] about Ruth’s 500th Homer Bat, Lapchick Jersey, 1950s Card Sets, Player Rings Among SCP Auctions Headliners
Newly Uncovered Joe Lapchick Jersey Expected to Bring Big Price
A Hall of Fame-worthy jersey once donned by pro basketball pioneer Joe Lapchick has been uncovered through an SCP Auctions consignment. Tucked away for decades in the possession of a family that once had a connection to the legendary center, the green New York "Original Celtics” jersey is expected to sell for $250,000 or more. It's the only known Lapchick jersey ever … [Read more...] about Newly Uncovered Joe Lapchick Jersey Expected to Bring Big Price