Sir Donald Bradman’s iconic cap sells for record $460,000 at auction

Australian cricket legend Sir Donald Bradman’s cap has fetched a staggering $460,000 at auction, setting a new record for the highest price ever paid for one of his caps. The landmark sale took place on Australia Day at Lloyds Auctions on the Gold Coast, highlighting the historic and national significance of the memorabilia.

The winning bid was placed by an anonymous Australian collector, who has confirmed that the prized cap will be displayed at a prominent museum, ensuring it remains accessible to the public. The cap holds immense historical value, having been personally gifted by Bradman to fellow Test cricketer S. W. Sohoni during the 1947-48 series against India, which marked Bradman’s final home Test series before his retirement in 1948.