Title:
Willie Mays Personal Business Card Holder with San Francisco Giants Executive Business Card – Willie Mays Collection Provenance

Description:
A remarkable personal business card holder belonging to baseball icon Willie Mays, accompanied by his San Francisco Giants executive business card and originating directly from the Willie Mays Collection.

The gold-tone metal business card holder features an elegant engine-turned design on the front with the engraved initials "W.M." in the lower right corner. The reverse bears a personalized presentation inscription reading:

"Thanks For Your Support
Don McGhie"

Included is Mays' original San Francisco Giants business card, identifying him as:

"Willie Mays
Special Assistant to the President and General Manager"

The card lists the Giants' offices at Candlestick Park in San Francisco and reflects Mays' long-standing role with the organization following his Hall of Fame playing career. The business card exhibits expected wear from handling and storage, while the card holder displays scattered surface wear consistent with personal use.

Accompanying the piece is the original Willie Mays Collection Certificate of Provenance issued by Hunt Auctions. The certificate identifies the item and confirms its origin directly from the personal collection of Willie Mays.

Historical Context:
Willie Mays remained closely associated with the San Francisco Giants long after his playing days ended. Following his retirement, he served the organization in various ambassadorial and executive capacities, including as Special Assistant to the President and General Manager, a role reflected on the accompanying business card.

Mays' influence within baseball extended well beyond his legendary playing career. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Major League Baseball history, he was a 24-time All-Star, two-time National League Most Valuable Player, and a first-ballot Hall of Famer whose impact on the game remains unmatched.

Personal office and executive-related artifacts from Mays are considerably scarcer than traditional baseball memorabilia. Unlike photographs, publications, or commercially produced collectibles, this card holder and business card were functional items used during his professional life with the Giants organization, offering a unique glimpse into his post-playing career and enduring relationship with the franchise.

The personalized inscription from Don McGhie further enhances the item's character, preserving evidence of a personal or professional relationship that contributed to the artifact's history.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
The business card holder and accompanying Giants business card are accompanied by the original Willie Mays Collection Certificate of Provenance from Hunt Auctions. The certificate identifies the piece and states that the items originated directly from the personal collection of Willie Mays.

The certificate notes:

"Willie Mays' business card holder with Giants business card. Includes well worn San Francisco Giants team issued business card with 'Willie Mays Special Assistant To The President And General Manager' printed on front; metal business card holder which has 'WM' monogram engraved on lower front. The back bears inscribed message from the gentleman whom presented it to Mays. Scattered wear."

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
Combining a personally used monogrammed business card holder, Willie Mays' executive San Francisco Giants business card, and direct provenance from his personal collection, this artifact represents a fascinating and highly personal relic from the life of one of baseball's greatest legends. Such executive-use items rarely survive with documented provenance, making this an exceptional opportunity for collectors seeking artifacts that connect directly to Mays' daily professional life after his historic playing career.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.