10 Most Expensive Sneakers Ever Sold

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Sotheby's auction site recorded the highest sale of sneakers in history, namely US$ 8 million or around Rp130 billion (exchange rate Rp16,258).

The sneakers, known as the "Dynasty Collection", are the most expensive sneakers ever sold in the world.

Sneakers are popular because they combine high-end fashion and streetwear. Even so, now sneakers are not only used for everyday activities. But it is also a collection for the sneakerheads, or sneaker lovers.

In fact, according to Luxe Digital, sneakers have now become a luxury item and can be a promising investment.

Several types of shoes are sold at prices much higher than the price they were first released. This is influenced by several things, one of which has been used by famous figures, such as Michael Jordan and Kanye West.

So, what are the most expensive sneakers in the world ever sold? Check out the complete summary of information below:

The Most Expensive Sneakers in the World

1. The Dynasty Collection (US$ 8 million)

The most expensive sneakers in the world ever sold are The Dynasty Collection at a price of US$8 million.

This is a worn Michael Jordan (MJ) collection and contains eight sneakers worn by MJ in the Chicago Bulls championship. These types of shoes are Air Jordan 6, Air Jordan 7, Air Jordan 8, Air Jordan 11, Air Jordan 12, and Air Jordan 14

What's impressive about this sale is that none of the sneakers are being sold as pairs. The lot also includes a set of Bill Smith autographed photos of Jordan after each Finals, where he is seen wearing the shoes on just one foot.

2. Game Worn Air Jordan 13 (US$ 2.2 million)

After the huge success of ESPN's documentary The Last Dance in 2020, interest in the Air Jordan sneakers worn during MJ's final season with the Chicago Bulls surged.

Last year, a buyer completed a sale at Sotheby's for an extremely rare pair of Jordan 13s worn by His Airness to the iconic final game of the 1998 NBA Finals.

3. Solid Gold OVO x Air Jordans (US$ 2 million)

When Drake used Kanye West's sneakers for a collaboration with the famous Jordan brand, he decided to make them 24 carat solid gold. These became the world's most expensive new Nike shoes, weighing more than 50 pounds each.

With that weight, you probably won't be able to do many high jumps. But with these shoes, you will definitely get all the attention you need.

4. Kayne West Nike Air Yeezy 1 'Prototype (US$ 1.8 million)

This is one of the most profitable collaborations between rapper and designer Kanye West with the sneaker brand Nike.

The Nike Air Yeezy 1 'Prototype' was worn by West when he performed his hit single Stronger on the Grammy stage in 2008. At the most prestigious music event, West also announced the Yeezy Project to the world.

5. Game-Worn Nike Air Ship (US$ 1.47 million)

Next, there is the Game-Worn Nike Air Ship as the most expensive sneakers in the world ever sold at auction. Collector Nick Fiorella paid US$1,472,000 for these sneakers on October 24, 2021.

These shoes were first released in 1984 with an original price of only US$65. However, the price has soared because these shoes have high historical value. These are the shoes Michael Jordan wore in his fifth NBA game in November 1984.

6. Game-Worn Air Jordan 12 ‘Flu Game’ (US$ 1.38 million)

Among fans, a pair of Air Jordan 12s in black and varsity red are known as the ‘Flu Game 12s’.

These shoes were worn when Michael Jordan was competing while battling food poisoning. Even so, he still managed to bring the Chicago Bulls to victory in Game 5 of the 1997 Finals.

7. Air Jordan Retro 'Kobe Pack' (US$ 800,000)

The Air Jordan Retro ‘Kobe Pack’ was designed as a tribute to Kobe Bryant, one of the most beloved basketball figures in the history of the sport. as of 2016, these shoes were only distributed to Bryant's friends and family.

These shoes are replicas of the classic Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 8, and were created to celebrate Bryant's 20 years in the NBA. They are dressed in LA Lakers colors and feature a white leather upper with purple and gold accents.

8. Game-Worn Air Jordan 1 With Dunk Sole (US$ 675,000)

These autographed shoes were worn by Michael Jordan in a match at the MECCA Arena, Milwaukee in 1986. At that time, even though he was still recovering from a broken leg, MJ came off the bench to score 28 points in just 26 minutes.

The interesting thing about these shoes is that the soles have been replaced with a softer and wider pair. This was done to reduce the risk of further damage to Michael Jordan's healing bones.

9. Game-Worn Air Jordan 1 ‘Glass Shard’ (US$ 615,000)

After the success of the Last Dance documentary, a pair of Air Jordan 1 shoes known as the 'Glass Shard' caught the public's attention.

In August 2020, these shoes were auctioned through Christie's auction agency for US$615,000. The price of these shoes is expected to continue to rise, approaching US$850,000.

The interesting thing about these shoes is that there are glass shards embedded directly into the shoes. The broken glass appears to have been caused by Jordan smashing the backboard during a slam dunk.

10. Game-Worn Air Jordan 1 (US$ 560,000)

The most expensive sneakers in the world ever sold are the game-worn Air Jordan 1. These are the shoes that Michael Jordan signed a few hours before the Chicago Bulls secured their first NBA title in 1991. These shoes were also worn during games in his rookie season, and MJ's first match in the NBA.

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