The 1949 World Series ring presented to Hall of Famer Johnny Mize after the New York Yankees' victory over the Brooklyn Dodgers sold for $74,750 in the 13th Annual Louisville Slugger sale conducted by Hunt Auctions Saturday. The 10K gold ring features "New York Yankees World Champions' lettering on the top, encircling a central inset diamond of approx. 1/4 carat weight. … [Read more...]
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Notes: Rings Stolen in Toronto; Craigslist Trouble in Cleveland
Canadian law enforcement officers are hoping tips from the public can lead to the recovery of some stolen jewelry including two valuable pieces of sports memorabilia. Toronto Police say a 1977 Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup ring and a 1993 Toronto Blue Jays World Series ring, similar to those pictured here, were taken during a July 1 home burglary. It happened in the … [Read more...]
Ted Williams Uniform Sells for $137,274
A 1954-55 Ted Williams “Harry Agganis” game-worn uniform sold for $137,274 in the Lelands.com spring 2014 Catalog Auction on July 25. The auction also featured a full ticket from the 1964 Cassius Clay/Sonny Liston fight ($12,947), a 1944 Cy Young handwritten signed letter ($12,947) and a Saratoga Race Track cast iron grandstand seat from the Harry M. Stevens collection … [Read more...]
Johnny Pesky, Kid Nichols Items Top Fenway Auction
Memorabilia from the estate of the late Red Sox great Johnny Pesky and 19th century pitcher Charles “Kid” Nichols was sold via Hunt Auctions over the weekend. The top selling item was the 2004 World Series ring the team gave Pesky as a token of respect. It sold for $69,000 including the buyer’s premium. Pesky, who died at age 92 in 2012, was a legend in Boston and the sale … [Read more...]
1934 NFL Championship ‘Sneakers Game’ Program Among Items in Touchdown Treasures Auction
Headlined by a program from the 1934 NFL Championship “Sneakers Game” and an original 1932 World Series ring, Touchdown Treasures’ latest auction is underway. Their Fall Sports Auction features 300+ lots and will be closing on Friday, November 15 at 10pm EST with the 30 minute rule. Touchdown Treasures, headed up by 29-year hobby veteran Mike Hatley, specializes in vintage … [Read more...]
Championship Rings Offer Options for Collectors
You see one on the opening to the hit show Pawn Stars. You see them going for big money at auction. Championship rings are among the most valuable pieces of sports memorabilia you can buy. At the very top of demand in this regard, obviously, would be authentic NFL Championship rings. Others in and around the organization receive rings besides just the players themselves. … [Read more...]
Leyritz Selling Big Home Run Bats, Jersey, ’96 World Series Ring
Former Yankees' post-season hero Jim Leyritz is selling off what would appear to be his most valuable pieces of memorabilia, including the 1996 World Series Game 4 home run bat and ball that gave rise to the Yankees' modern era dynasty. He's consigned numerous items to Legendary Auctions where they're currently up for bid. One of the best clutch performers in postseason … [Read more...]
Program from First World Series Sells for $241,500
One of only two known surviving copies of the first World Series program sold at auction Saturday for a record-setting price of $241,500, the highest price ever paid for a World Series program. The only other program seen in public resides in the Baseball Hall of Fame. The winner, whose name hasn't been revealed, placed the winning bid of $210,00 over the phone during Hunt … [Read more...]
2004 World Series Ring Goes on Local Auction Block
A former Boston Red Sox relief pitcher is selling his 2004 World Series ring. Scott Williamson says he's consigned the ring to Everything but the House, a Cincinnati-based auction company. It's believed to be the first player's ring from the Red Sox team that broke an 86-year drought of championships to be offered for sale. A scout's ring was placed on eBay in 2007. The … [Read more...]
Judge Orders Halt to Sale of Reggie Jackson Ring, Watch
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered American Memorabilia to stop the auction of two items Reggie Jackson claims are rightfully his. Just over 24 hours before a 1977 World Series ring and commemorative watch were to be sold by the Las Vegas-based company, U.S. District Court Judge Kent Dawson ruled the auction should be halted. Jackson sued American, his 77-year-old … [Read more...]
