10 of the most valuable pieces of Arnold Palmer memorabilia

Arnold Palmer, known as "The King" of golf, was one of the most popular and successful golfers of all time.

His impact on the sport and popular culture was immense, and his fans and collectors are always looking for authentic and valuable Arnold Palmer memorabilia to add to their collections.

Here are the 10 most valuable pieces of Arnold Palmer memorabilia to sell at auction:

1. Masters Tournament Green Jacket:

Arnold Palmer won the Masters Tournament four times in his career, and his green jacket from the 1964 tournament sold for $81,250 at auction.

2. 1960 U.S. Open Trophy:

Palmer won the U.S. Open in 1960, and his trophy sold for $99,000 at auction.

3. 1975 Ryder Cup Trophy:

Palmer captained the United States team to victory in the 1975 Ryder Cup, and his trophy sold for $82,250 at auction.

4. Arnold Palmer's Personal Golf Cart:

Palmer's personal golf cart sold for $55,000 at auction. The custom cart was designed with several features for Palmer's comfort and convenience, including a built-in cooler and stereo system.

5. Arnold Palmer's Personal Golf Bag:

Palmer's personal golf bag sold for $45,000 at auction. The bag was customized with Palmer's signature and the logo of his golf company, Arnold Palmer Enterprises.

6. 1964 Masters Tournament Scorecard:

Palmer's scorecard from his final round at the 1964 Masters Tournament sold for $32,500 at auction.

7. Arnold Palmer's Personal Putter:

Palmer's personal putter sold for $26,400 at auction. The putter was a Wilson 8802 model and was used by Palmer in several tournaments throughout his career.

8. 1971 PGA Championship Trophy:

Palmer won the PGA Championship in 1971, and his trophy sold for $24,000 at auction.

9. Arnold Palmer's Personal Golf Balls:

A set of Arnold Palmer's personal golf balls sold for $19,200 at auction. The golf balls were customized with Palmer's signature and the logo of his golf company.

10. 1968 U.S. Open Championship Medal:

Palmer finished in second place at the 1968 U.S. Open, and his runner-up medal sold for $13,750 at auction.

In conclusion, Arnold Palmer was a legendary figure in the world of golf, and his memorabilia is highly sought after by fans and collectors.

These 10 pieces of Arnold Palmer memorabilia are some of the most valuable items that have been sold at auction, and they serve as a testament to Palmer's enduring legacy and influence on the sport of golf.

About your Author:

Adrian Roose has over 30 years’ experience covering all aspects of the rare stamp & memorabilia industry during which he has sold over £50m of unique items, helping build collections for Royalty, household name celebrities and 1,000s of collectors around the world.

Adrian was previously a Director at Stanley Gibbons, a Board Member of Stampex, and Executive Director of Paul Fraser Collectibles, PFC Auctions and JustCollecting, prior to founding The Memorabilia Club.