MLB Jerseys – Roger Maris Jersey Sold for How Much?

The value of Major League Baseball or MLB jerseys is very subjective. It really depends on the jersey’s condition, the season or event it represents, and most importantly, the player. If the MLB jersey is autographed, it can increase the value tremendously.

But what it all boils down to is this – How much is someone willing to pay for the jersey!

Here is the perfect example:

A baseball jersey worn by Roger Maris during his record-breaking 61st home run was sold at auction recently to a collector. Maris supposedly wore this jersey on October 1, 1961 against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium.

It was the last game of the season for the Yankees and it was “DO or Die” for Roger Maris. He had 60 home runs going into the game and needed one more to beat the Babes’ record. The rest was history!

Believe it or not, Roger Maris’ MLB jersey sold for -- $302,000!

This is one of the top five highest bids for a baseball jersey and the highest for a non Hall of Fame player.

As a side note, one of Maris’ teammates, Mickey Mantle, also made history with a bat that he used in 1951, his rookie year. The bat was uncovered in a Tulsa, Oklahoma in the closet of an avid sports fan. It is the only certified bat from Mantle’s rookie season.

Selling Price -- $111,551!

MLB jerseys representing a special player, a special time in his career, or a historic baseball event, can be priceless. So why not check out that closet or your baseball memorabilia box for that forgotten MLB souvenir. You may be able to join those collectors who are cashing in on the sports memorabilia craze.