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That’s Baller: Three Of The Most Expensive Sneakers Ever SoldĀ 

by Precious Gibson
February 20, 2024
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Three of the Most Expensive Sneakers Ever Sold

Kanye West’s Nike Air Yeezy 1 ā€˜Grammy’ sample - Sotheby’s

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The sneaker industry has evolved into a dynamic and lucrative market fueled by the intersection of fashion, culture, and exclusivity. The influence of celebrities, collaborations, and the nostalgia associated with iconic designs further contribute to the allure of rare sneakers, turning them into coveted symbols of status and style. Collectors and enthusiasts worldwide utilize auction houses such as Christie’s, StockX, and Sotheby’s to orchestrate these large purchases, with some even breaking records.Ā 

Kanye West’s Nike Air Yeezy ($1.8 million)

Before partnering with Adidas in a deal that has since soured, Kanye West inked a deal with Nike in 2006. He collaborated with the brand on the inaugural versions of his iconic Air Yeezy sneaker line. The partnership resulted in the release of several highly sought-after sneaker models. However, the deal faced challenges, with West expressing dissatisfaction with the terms of the deal, including issues with royalties and creative control. In 2013, West officially ended the partnership with Nike, which led to those early Yeezy designs becoming collector’s items for sneakerheads worldwide. This would lead to the most expensive sneaker transaction in history.Ā 

In April 2021, the sneaker investing marketplace RARES spent $1.8 million on the black Nike Air Yeezy Grammy Prototype from 2008, which Kanye rocked during his performance at the award ceremony that year. Sotheby’s orchestrated the purchase in a private sale. Guinness World Records has verified that the 2008 Nike Air Yeezy Grammy Prototype holds the title for the highest-priced sneakers ever sold in a private transaction.

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Michael Jordan’s Nike Air Ships ($1.47 million)

The 2008 Nike Air Yeezy Grammy Prototypes aren’t the only sneakers to make history. The Nike Airship worn by Michael Jordan in 1984 became the most expensive sneakers sold at an auction. Rare shoe collector Nick Fiorella dropped $1,472,000 for the Nike Air Ships at Sotheby’s Las Vegas in October 2021. The red and white sneakers were also autographed by Michael Jordan and worn during his NBA rookie season in 1984, shortly before his lucrative Air Jordan Brand was established.

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Nike MAG Back to the Future ($200,000 for a single pair)

The Nike MAG was first introduced to the world in the 1989 film, “Back to the Future II.” However, it wasn’t until 2011 that Nike released the self-lacing high-top sneaker. The company initially unveiled just 1,500 pairs, with proceeds going to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. That release earned $10 million in just ten days. Five years later, in 2016, the Nike MAGs were once again released, though this time, only 89 pairs were available worldwide. The final pair of that batch were auctioned for $200,000, which was the most paid for the futuristic shoe at one time. Those funds also went toward the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.Ā 

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