Roger Maris' uniform from his record-setting 1961 season is being auctioned and is expected to fetch over $1 million. Currently bidding stands at $340,000, reflecting its immense historical significance. The uniform is in its original, unaltered condition and is photo-matched to key games during the season, including games where Maris hit multiple home runs. The item is highly valued due to its connection to Maris's achievement of hitting 61 home runs, a record that was celebrated in both sports and popular culture.
Everything about this uniform is significant and magnificent... the weight of history carried on its narrow shoulders... about which so many movies have been made and books written.
The pinstripes from the slugger's record breaking MVP and World Series winning season is currently bidding at $340,000 - but Heritage Auctions expects it won't go home for less than seven figures.
Maris wore a few jerseys throughout 1961, but the uniform currently under the gavel has been photo-matched to several key moments at Yankee Stadium during that historic season.
The uniform - previously on display inside the museum at Yankee Stadium - is up for bid through Feb. 22, and could fetch more than $1 million at auction.
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