Most Expensive Shoe in History: For shoe lovers, the love of expensive shoes has gone to another level. A pair of sneakers, worn by the legendary basketball player Michael Jordan, has been auctioned for a whopping amount of Rs 18 crores ($2.2 million). These shoes are 25 years old and were worn by Jordan during the 1998 NBA Basketball Championship finals. What makes them even more special is that they are signed by the player himself.
Once these shoes were auctioned, Sotheby’s took to Twitter to share the news. They wrote, “Another historic day at #SothebysNewYork! Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 2 Air Jordan 13s from the famous ‘The Last Dance’ season sold for $2.2 million, setting a new world record for the most valuable sneakers ever sold.”
Another historic day at #SothebysNewYork! Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 2 Air Jordan 13s from the famous ‘The Last Dance’ season sold for $2.2 million, setting a new world record for the most valuable sneakers ever sold. pic.twitter.com/myK5uWZVBE
— Sotheby's (@Sothebys) April 11, 2023
This post was shared four days ago. Since being shared, it has received several likes. Many have even commented on the post.
The auction, held by Sports Footwear, is believed to be the biggest auction of shoes to date. This is not the first time that Air Jordan shoes have been auctioned off at such high prices. In September 2021, another pair of Air Jordan shoes was auctioned off for Rs. 12 crores.
The final match of the 1998 NBA Basketball Championship was the last match of Jordan’s career, in which he led his team, the Chicago Bulls, to victory against the Utah Jazz with a score of 93-88. The shoes that Jordan wore during this match have become a prized possession for any basketball enthusiast.
The auction of these shoes has set a new record in the world of shoes and sports memorabilia. It highlights the immense value that people attach to items that have been worn by famous sports personalities. The fact that these shoes are signed by Michael Jordan adds to their value, making them a coveted item for any collector.
In conclusion, the auction of these 25-year-old shoes has set a new benchmark in the world of sports memorabilia. It shows the immense value that people attach to items worn by famous personalities, and how much they are willing to pay to own a piece of history.
