Title:
Willie Mays Twice-Signed Personal Address Book from the Willie Mays Collection with Certificate of Provenance

Description:
Original personal address and telephone book owned by baseball legend Willie Mays, originating directly from the Willie Mays Collection. This vintage spiral-bound “TEL-ADDRESS” record book features a light-colored textured cover embossed with the word “Addresses” in gold lettering. The interior title page bears two large Willie Mays signatures in black ink, one positioned near the top and another near the bottom of the page. Also present is a handwritten address notation reading “15 E. 34 St. N.Y.” beneath the title panel.

The address book contains a small number of handwritten entries and business contacts attributed to Mays, with the majority of surviving notations appearing on a single interior page. Visible entries include various business names, addresses, and telephone numbers, offering a rare glimpse into the personal and professional contacts maintained by one of baseball’s most celebrated figures.

According to the accompanying provenance documentation, the signatures rate approximately 9 out of 10 in strength and clarity. The address book itself remains in excellent condition, with clean pages, intact alphabetical tabs, and a well-preserved binding.

Historical Context:
Willie Mays (1931–2024) is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-around players in baseball history. A 24-time All-Star, 12-time Gold Glove winner, National League MVP, and member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, Mays became the enduring face of the San Francisco Giants franchise following his legendary career with both the New York and San Francisco Giants.

Personal artifacts from Mays's own possession are significantly scarcer than conventional signed photographs, baseballs, or trading cards. This address book is particularly noteworthy because it combines multiple bold signatures with authentic handwritten entries that reflect Mays’s day-to-day life beyond the baseball diamond. Such items provide collectors with a tangible connection to the private world of an American sports icon whose influence extended far beyond the game itself.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
Accompanied by the original Willie Mays Collection Certificate of Provenance issued through Hunt Auctions. The certificate states that the address book originated directly from Mays’s personal collection and notes that the book has been signed twice by Willie Mays on the first inside page. The certificate further indicates the presence of handwritten notations within the book and references inclusion of an auction Letter of Authenticity from JSA.

• 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 direct provenance, two large Willie Mays signatures, and authentic handwritten contents from his personal records, this address book represents a remarkable relic from the life of one of baseball’s most revered legends. Far more intimate than a traditional autograph, it offers collectors an opportunity to own an object that was actually used and maintained by Willie Mays himself, making it an exceptional centerpiece for advanced baseball and sports history collections.

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.