Get ready, sports enthusiasts and collectors, for an auction like no other! On January 25, 2025, Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. will be hosting their first-ever Pre-1980 Sports Cards & Memorabilia Auction online, starting at 9 a.m. Eastern time. With 260 rare and highly sought-after items up for grabs, this event promises to be a treasure trove for sports memorabilia aficionados.
The auction boasts an impressive lineup of iconic sports cards and memorabilia, all priced in Canadian dollars. Here are some of the standout highlights:
1957 Topps Baseball 407-Card Set: This complete, high-graded set is revered for its historical importance and features more Hall of Fame players than any other set. Included are four graded checklists, rare contest cards, and the coveted Lucky Penny Card. Estimated value: $65,000–$75,000.
1952 Topps Mickey Mantle Card (#311): Known as the “holy grail” of sports card collecting, this PSA-graded 1.5 FR card is a visual stunner and a prized possession for serious collectors. Estimated value: $30,000–$40,000.
1951 Bowman Partial Set (155 Cards): Featuring the sought-after Mickey Mantle rookie card (PSA 4.5 VG-EX+), along with cards of Ted Williams (PSA 6 EX-MT) and Yogi Berra (PSA 5). Estimated value: $20,000–$25,000.
1966 Topps Bobby Orr Rookie Card (#35): A PSA-graded 6 EX-MT card honoring one of hockey’s greatest legends. Estimated value: $10,000–$15,000.
Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth Memorabilia: Includes a Worth Official League baseball signed by Lou Gehrig (circa 1927–1930) with full PSA/DNA and JSA authentication, as well as a Spalding “Babe Ruth Home Run Special” ball dual-signed by Ruth and Gehrig during their Canadian barnstorming tour. Estimated value: $10,000–$15,000 each.
1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card (#57): A Beckett 8 graded card of the basketball icon, a must-have for Jordan enthusiasts. Estimated value: $8,000–$9,000.
The auction will be conducted exclusively online, with lots closing sequentially starting at 9 a.m. Eastern time. Bidders can participate through the Miller & Miller Auctions website or LiveAuctioneers.com. A complete catalog of items is available for preview on their website.
Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. is a reputable establishment in Canada known for handling high-value collectibles like watches, jewelry, and antiques. They aim to provide collectors with a reliable platform for acquiring and selling exceptional items.
For more details or to discuss consignments, reach out to Miller & Miller Auctions at (519) 573-3710 or email info@millerandmillerauctions.com. To explore the full auction catalog and register for bidding, visit www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com.
Don’t let this rare opportunity slip by. Join the historic Miller & Miller auction to potentially own some of the most coveted sports collectibles in history!
