An extremely rare original Type 1 photo from Michael Jordan’s first NBA game in 1984 just recently set the record for the most expensive Jordan photo ever sold at auction. This PSA certified Type 1 photograph was purchased at a private auction for $175,000 by Goldin, a leading collector’s marketplace.
Michael Jordan’s first game with the Chicago Bulls
Michael Jordan’s first NBA game is an iconic moment in basketball history. The game took place on October 26, 1984, between the Chicago Bulls and the Washington Bullets. Jordan, still a rookie at the time, was already drawing considerable attention when he was selected with the third overall pick in the 1984 NBA draft.
In this highly anticipated debut, Jordan displayed incredible talent, which also earned him the title of “The Flying Man”. In the whole game, he scored 16 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. His statistics were impressive. His performance gave us a glimpse of the greatness to come.
Michael Jordan sets photography record
This photo was taken in Jordan’s professional debut at Chicago Stadium on October 26, 1984, when he scored 16 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists in a 109-93 victory over the Washington Bullets. The photo shows the future six-time NBA champion wearing his earliest Nike sneakers as he drives to the basket in signature Jordan style, tongue hanging out.
“Michael Jordan I-shaped photos are one of the hottest items at auction today,” says Khyber Oser, Director of Vintage Memorabilia and Photography at Goldin. “Only three Type I examples of the MJ debut race have ever appeared in public, and this is the best one to date. I’m excited to see what such a landmark auction means to all Type 1 photo collectors, no matter what Do you collect Michael Jordan, Muhammad Ali or Babe Ruth.”
Henry Yee, chief authenticator at PSA Photo Authentication Services, is not shocked by the record price. Compared to other hobby subcultures, “truly original Category I photos are still severely undervalued,” Yee points out. “This unique first photo of Jordan from the Chicago Sun-Times was never released to a general audience. It was used in the newsroom only for practical reasons to convey the story. In stark contrast, the 13,000 in attendance Each of the audience members received a six-figure ticket stub for Jordan’s debut. In the long run, I have every confidence that our customers will be wise to purchase from Ken Golding and company.
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Goldin is the leading marketplace for trading cards, collectibles and memorabilia. Founder Ken Goldin has sold more than $1.5 billion worth of memorabilia from many of the biggest names in sports, history and pop culture. The company regularly sets records for the most expensive trading cards and other memorabilia ever sold. Lifelong collectors and new enthusiasts alike trust Goldin because the company professionally authenticates everything it sells. Goldin is the official auction partner of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association and the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum.For more information, visit Goldin.com and more Twitter and Instagram.