Jim Irsay’s memorabilia collection exceeds auction estimates

Jim Irsay’s collection of iconic sports memorabilia was auctioned at Christie’s, generating over $93 million, significantly surpassing its estimated value of $40 million. Key items included Secretariat’s Triple Crown saddle, which sold for $1.524 million, Wayne Gretzky’s jersey for $952,500, and Jackie Robinson’s bat for $406,400. The auction set 23 world records, including for a Pink Floyd guitar, with a portion of proceeds going to Irsay’s philanthropic causes.

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