Collection of six pairs of sneakers worn Six years after Michael Jordan won an NBA championship They were auctioned by Sotheby’s for a record price of eight million dollars.
The auction house announced on Friday that the six pairs of sneakers are called the “Dynasty Collection.” Air Jordan VI (1991), Air Jordan VII (1992), Air Jordan VIII (1993), Air Jordan XI (1996), Air Jordan XII (1997) and Air Jordan XIV (1998).
The six pairs are also autographed by Jordan, considered one of the greatest athletes in history.
The $8 million paid was Top prices ever obtained for used sneakers.
Bram Wachter, head of modern collectibles at Sotheby’s Said in a statement that the price reached proves that Jordan is the “GOAT” (greatest of all time or best of all time).
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After winning the 1991 NBA Finals, Jordan signed and presented his sneakers to Tim Hallam, then the Bulls’ public relations director. This gesture is repeated in each of the next five titles. The MVP of six Finals victories, Jordan’s sneakers continue to be the most valuable line of sneakers on the market after each victory.
Jordan’s partnership with Nike was instrumental in transforming his extensive Jordan Brand and cementing his legacy in basketball.As a result, Jordan became The first NBA player with a net worth of $1 billion.
The auction winner also took home a collection of rare photos signed by Bill Smith documenting Jordan after winning championships in 1992, 1993, 1996 and 1998. Sitting in the dressing room, smiling, wearing only one shoe.