What Game-Used stuff is most valuable/ sought-after?

[yanksfan09]

I was wondering how you would rank different game used items on desirability and value?

In no particular order here: Jersey (top), Pants, Helmet, Bat, Fielding Glove, Batting Glove, Cleats, Hat, Catcher's Mask, Chest Protector, Shin Guards, Equipment Bag?

[Leon]

Nice question and I hope a few folks take the time to give an opinion. As I am not a memorabilia collector, per se, I would think a bat would be #1....but not too sure about the rest. If I had to guess I would say a glove then a hat would come next......

I also hear that major league uniforms from the 19th century, of known players, are quite rare and valuable.

[MVSNYC]

i'll take a stab at this...obviously there are so many factors that can impact value & desirability (what year, what game, how much use, etc)...

Jersey
Bat
Fielding Glove
Pants
Hat
Cleats
Catcher's Mask
Chest Protector
Helmet
Batting Glove
Shin Guards
Equipment Bag

[perezfan]

The values can differ, depending on the player. For example, a pair of Rickey Henderson Cleats might be more sought after than for a typical player, as he is the stolen base king.

A Bill Mazeroski or Luis Aparicio Glove would be more coveted than another piece of equipment, because of their fielding prowess. This listing would differ by "era" as well. That said, here is how I would rank them in generic fashion...

Fielder's Glove
Jersey
Bat
Helmet
Face Mask
Hat
Pants
Cleats
Shin Guards
Equipment Bag
Batting Gloves

I listed fielder's gloves first, as they are issued in far fewer numbers than other equipment like Jerseys, Cleats, Hats and especially Batting Gloves. In the "old days" a player would use a single glove for multiple seasons. Just my 2 cents...

[BrockJacob]

A game used fielders glove with rock-solid provenance would rate #1 in my opinion. Its definitely the most personal item. Its something they would of likely used for several seasons and personally cared for.

[ibuysportsephemera]

I don't do much in the way of Game Used stuff but for me, I would rank Jersey's first and bats second. I think that it really is a personal preference.

Jeff

[yanksfan09]

Thanks to all of the responses and opinions so far, keep em coming....

[thekingofclout]

There's something about slipping a players glove on your hand or gripping & ripping with your favorite player's game used bat that is simply magical.

I had a beautiful Clemente game used bat with tons of wear but had to sell it a few years ago due to a divorce. I learned...now it's me, the dog, and my roommates Babe, Lou, Joe, and Mick.

I'm also fond of Hats and I have a few pro models (one Yanks c. early 1960's MEARS LOA) but was most likely worn by a bat-boy, batting practice coach, or a bullpen catcher, but it does display wonderful.

In a SCP auction in the last year or two, I was the under-bidder on a pair of Ted Williams stirrups with his name sewn in. I ran into a very determined bidder on that one

I do own a circa 1970-71 Manager Ted Williams used BAT before games as skipper of the Senators, un-cracked and shows tremendous use. Exact model ordered by Williams during the time period. PSA/DNA Authentic graded GU-9.

It's quite a thrill to hold it, close my eyes, and start dreaming how Teddy Ballgame would lecture his players on the science of hitting, then step into the box and show them how to do it. I can almost feel the crack of the bat as I swing and yet another wonderful ball mark was ingrained onto my bat.

Sorry, I got carried away a little. Best to all, Jimmy

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[baseball tourist]

Originally Posted by perezfan

The values can differ, depending on the player. For example, a pair of Rickey Henderson Cleats might be more sought after than for a typical player, as he is the stolen base king.

A Bill Mazeroski or Luis Aparicio Glove would be more coveted than another piece of equipment, because of their fielding prowess. This listing would differ by "era" as well. That said, here is how I would rank them in generic fashion...

Fielder's Glove
Jersey
Bat
Helmet
Face Mask
Hat
Pants
Cleats
Shin Guards
Equipment Bag
Batting Gloves

I listed fielder's gloves first, as they are issued in far fewer numbers than other equipment like Jerseys, Cleats, Hats and especially Batting Gloves. In the "old days" a player would use a single glove for multiple seasons. Just my 2 cents...

I agree w/ Perezfan..and would rank my list along with his, except that I have no real personal interest in cleats (maybe Lou Brock's or Henderson's etc), nor shin guards (except some vintage reeded ones). A fielder's glove from a favourite player would be a great find. I mostly collect jerseys and bats as they can be found readily and are reletively affordable (some some of the players/teams I collect) and display well, with maximum eye appeal.

chris