May 2026 Premier Live Internet Auction
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00pm ET
Welcome to the online catalogue for the May 2026 Premier Live Internet Auction
Online pre-bidding for the Live Auction, Lots 1-567, ends on Monday, May 18th at 10pm ET . Pre-bids/ceiling bids left at huntauctions.com will be executed during the auction on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 12:00pm ET. After online pre-bidding closes on our website, the auction will move to the live format, with bidding available via telephone, absentee, and online interactively via Invaluable (see below), there will be no in-person bidding. If you wish to phone bid during the Live Auction please call 610-524-0822 or email info@huntauctions.com before May 19th. Please note, you do not have to pre-bid in order to bid during the live auction. Online Only lots 568-end, close on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10 pm ET with bidding continuing for 20 minute intervals. Bidding for lots 568-end is only available online at huntauctions.com
If you have any trouble bidding on auction day, May 19th, please call our office at 610-524-0822 so we can assist you as quickly as possible.
Live Interactive Online Bidding will be available to all registered Hunt Auctions bidders.This bidding platform will provide Hunt Auctions bidders the ability to participate with real time interactive online bidding during the live auction. The interactive bidding will be powered by Invaluable and may be accessed via a link that will be available closer to the date of the auction. Bidders must have a valid Hunt Auctions username and current email address to bid interactively online during the auction. Please note, unless you have already received premiere bidding status and plan to bid live online for item(s), $75,000 is the total bidding limit, you will need to be preapproved as such.
The Personal Collection of Willie Mays
Hunt Auctions is honored to present another installment of the personal collection of Willie Mays. Per his wishes, all proceeds benefit youth education, training, and health programs through the Say Hey Foundation, which he established in 2000.
Willie Howard Mays, Jr. rose from a standout multi-sport athlete at Fairfield Industrial High School to the Birmingham Black Barons in 1948, before signing with the New York Giants in 1950. He debuted in 1951, winning Rookie of the Year and leading the Giants to a pennant. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, he returned in 1954 to win a World Series and NL MVP. Mays later moved with the franchise to San Francisco Giants, where he became an enduring icon.
Over a career spanning 1951-1973, Mays compiled 3,293 hits, 661 home runs, and 1,909 RBIs, along with two NL MVP Awards, 12 Gold Gloves, and 24 All-Star selections. He was named to the MLB All-Century Team, inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1979, and awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015. As Ted Williams famously said, "They invented the All-Star Game for Willie Mays."
Each lot includes a certificate of provenance from the Willie Mays Collection.
The John Riggins Collection
Lot #s 163-180 originate from the personal collection of Pro Football Hall of Fame member John Riggins. "The Diesel" earned his reputation as a punishing and yet skilled running back during his 14 year NFL career with Washington and New York. Riggins unique style and charisma made him a particular fan favorite with the great Washington teams of the 1970-80s era. He finished his career with over 13,000 yards and 100 touchdowns. When the lights were brightest, Riggins elevated his game to another level earning Most Valuable Player honors for Super Bowl XVII including his iconic "Fourth and One" touchdown run in the final ten minutes of the game. Mr. Riggins is pleased to share these items with his beloved fans.
Additional lots from the John Riggins Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lot #s 882-913.
New York and San Francisco Giants Collection
Lot #s 83-125 originate from primarily two private collections featuring the rich history of the Giants franchise beginning with its roots in New York and continuing through the transition to San Francisco in the late 1950s. The items within the collections represent one of the most prominent teams in MLB history with pieces spanning over a 100 year timeline from the early 1900s through the 1990s.
Additional lots from the Giants Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lots 672-728.
The Joe Jacoby Collection
Lot #s 181-203 originate from the personal collection of a member of the legendary Washington "The Hogs" offensive line Joe Jacoby. Jacoby entered the NFL as an undrafted player and excelled with a twelve-year career as part of Washington's vaunted offensive line who became known as "The Hogs". Joe was selected to four NFC Pro Bowl teams and won three Super Bowl championships (appeared in four) during the 1980-90s period and was named by the Pro Football Hall of Fame to the 1980s NFL All-Decade Team. Joe Jacoby and his fellow "Hogs" are considered by many to be the greatest front five in the history of the NFL. The items are being presented directly by Mr. Jacoby who is pleased to announce that a portion of the auction proceeds will benefit the American Parkinson Disease Association of Virginia.
Additional lots from the Joe Jacoby Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lots 914-945.
Larry Berra Collection
Lot #s 280-310 originate from the personal collection of Larry Berra. Berra is one of three sons of iconic New York Yankees Hall of Fame catcher Yogi Berra and a noted collector in several field including vintage baseball cards and memorabilia. The collection includes some outstanding vintage baseball trading cards in addition to a handful of items from Yogi Berra's personal collection.
Additional lots from the Larry Berra Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lot #s 947-973.
Mike Mango Collection
"The Michael Mangasarian or Mike Mango Collection stands as a remarkable testament to a lifelong 65 year passion for baseball and its rich history. Mike Mango's Memories was home to over 3 Million Collectibles since 1971. Spanning over a hundred years and multiple generations, it encompasses over cards from the legendary T206 set, along with autographed baseballs featuring icons such as Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, and Ted Williams. Michael devoted his life to collecting, amassing a wealth of over 10,000 autographed index cards, thousands of baseball cards, photographs, and much more. Through countless recorded interviews, he forged meaningful relationships with over 40 Old Timers and Hall of Famers, including the DiMaggio brothers, Stan Coveleski, Charlie Gehringer, and Waite Hoyt. His expertise earned him recognition as an authenticator on HBO specials and other collectors, further solidifying his legacy within the memorabilia community.
As the owner and operator of the Cranston Sports Card Show, the oldest charitable sports memorabilia show in the country, Michael created a vital platform for collectors to showcase their prized possessions. His twin children are honored to continue this tradition in February 2027, ensuring that the charities he supported will benefit from the show's enduring legacy. The sports card world may have lost a true pioneer, but Michael's influence will continue to resonate through the countless collectors he inspired. As you explore the offerings in the upcoming Hunt Auctions this May, we invite you to celebrate not only this exceptional collection but also the spirit of a man whose unwavering dedication to the hobby will echo for generations to come." Margo and Michael Mangasarian, Jr.
Additional lots from the Mike Mango Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lot #s 754-809.
Dom DiSilvio Collection
These lots originate from the personal collection of Dominic Nicholas DiSilvio. Born in Pittsburgh, Dom began collecting in the late 1940s by writing to players like Jackie Robinson, Joe DiMaggio, and James Jeffries. He mainly collected baseball and boxing memorabilia but also football, wrestling, basketball, and hockey. An Italian-American, Dom's favorite players were fellow Italians like Jake Lamotta and Rocky Graziano. In his later years, Dom regularly traveled the country attending card shows and seeking out choice pieces to expand his collection. Dom also owned and operated a rock 'n roll bar in Pittsburgh called The Decade. The eclectic bar served as both a springboard for local bands as well as a showcase venue for international recording acts, including the Police, U2, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Cyndi Lauper, and the Ramones. Dom was a larger-than-life person and his collection reflects just one asset of his colorful life.
Heber Persinger Collection
Lots 398-469 originate from the personal collection of Heber Persinger of Tipton, Ohio. Persinger was related (by marriage) to fellow Tipton native and two-time World Series champion Charles "Babe" Adams, the standout star of the 1909 Series who, as a rookie pitcher with the Pirates, captured three complete-game victories.
The collection was assembled in the 1930s, when a young Persinger ordered sepia-toned original photographs directly from noted photographer George Burke and subsequently had them autographed by countless star players of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The breadth and caliber of players represented is extraordinary, with many examples noted for their extreme scarcity and exceptional condition, including several that may be unique surviving specimens. The acquisition of these autographs was undoubtedly aided in large part by Adams' connections within the game, further enhancing the collection's primary-source provenance. Recently rediscovered, this remarkable archive ranks among the finest of its type encountered in our 36-year company history.
Additional lots from the Heber Persinger Collection will be available within the online only portion of this auction as Lot #s 974-1085.
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