Heritage Auctions

Heritage Auctions is a prominent auction house based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in a wide range of collectibles, including sports memorabilia. The company recently garnered significant attention for auctioning the football used by Diego Maradona during his infamous "Hand of God" goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final match against England. While the ball was estimated to sell for US$10 million, it ultimately fetched US$3.35 million, falling short of expectations but still representing a substantial sale. The auction house had set a starting bid of US$2.5 million for the Adidas Azteca ball. This event highlights Heritage Auctions' role in facilitating the sale of historically significant sports artifacts and their ability to attract global interest in high-profile items.