10 Most Expensive Sneakers Ever Made
Every now and then, a pair of sneakers shows up with a price so outrageous, it doesn’t feel real. Not because they’re dipped in gold or covered in diamonds, but because someone decided they were worth more than a luxury car, maybe even more than a house.
Solid Gold OVO x Air Jordan 10 – $2 Million
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Created by artist Matthew Senna and commissioned by Drake, this solid gold Air Jordan 10 is not just rare—it’s impossible to wear. Each shoe weighs around 50 pounds and is made from 24-karat gold. It’s part sneaker, part sculpture, and a $2 million testament to high-concept sneaker art.
Nike Air Yeezy 1 Prototype – $1.8 Million
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The Yeezys that started it all. Worn by Kanye West at the 2008 Grammys, this Nike Air Yeezy 1 prototype became the first sneaker to sell for over a million. Bought by RARES in 2021, this landmark sale cemented the Yeezy line’s cultural and investment appeal.
Nike Air Ship – $1.47 Million
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Before Air Jordans hit the scene, Michael Jordan wore these Nike Air Ships during his rookie season. This particular pair, worn in his fifth NBA game in 1984, fetched nearly $1.5 million in 2021. It’s a symbol of the moment just before a brand empire began.
Nike Kobe 8 “Achilles Game” – $660,000
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After tearing his Achilles in 2013, Kobe Bryant stunned fans by sinking two free throws before walking off. He wore these purple-and-gold Kobe 8s that night. In February 2025, they sold at Sotheby’s for $660,000, capturing one of the most determined moments in NBA history.
Air Jordan 13 “The Last Dance” – $2.2 Million
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Worn by Michael Jordan during Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals, these Air Jordan 13s are tied to his legendary final championship run. The pair sold at Sotheby’s in 2023 for $2.2 million and remain the highest-priced game-worn Jordans sold as a complete pair.
Nike “Moon Shoe” – $437,500
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Designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman, the Moon Shoe debuted at the 1972 Olympic Trials and left crater-like footprints thanks to its waffle sole. Fewer than a dozen pairs exist. A pristine pair auctioned for $437,500 in 2019, marking a high point in early sneaker history collecting.
Air Jordan 1 “Broken Foot” – $422,130
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Michael Jordan wore these slightly mismatched Air Jordan 1s in 1985 when he fractured a bone in his left foot. The injury sidelined him for most of the season. The shoes later sold for over $422,000 in 2022, linking them forever to a key turning point in his career.
Nike Air Mag – $200,000
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Straight from the screen to the real world, the Nike Air Mag mimics the self-lacing sneakers from “Back to the Future Part II.” A 2016 release with working auto-laces raised funds for Parkinson’s research. One pair sold for $200,000, blurring the line between movie magic and tech innovation.
Air Jordan 12 “Flu Game” – $1.38 Million
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Michael Jordan’s gutsy performance in the 1997 NBA Finals, despite battling severe illness, is basketball folklore. The Air Jordan 12s he wore were later resold for $1.38 million in 2023. Their historical weight goes far beyond the famous black-and-red colorway—they represent grit at the highest level.
Game-Worn Air Jordan 1 – $560,000
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In 2020, a pair of game-worn and signed Air Jordan 1s from Michael Jordan’s rookie season sold for $560,000. The shoes show clear signs of hardwood wear and were authenticated down to the stitching. Their sale signaled the start of a sharp rise in game-used sneaker value.
Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” – $615,000
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These sneakers, worn by Jordan in a 1985 exhibition in Italy, are embedded with actual glass from a shattered backboard. That moment—part myth, part muscle—made this pair stand out. At a 2020 Christie’s auction, they sold for $615,000, offering collectors a piece of explosive basketball history.
Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 – $352,800
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This limited-edition Air Force 1, designed by Virgil Abloh, combined Nike’s classic silhouette with Louis Vuitton luxury. Auctioned in 2022 to support Abloh’s scholarship fund, this particular pair sold for $352,800. The sale honored both Abloh’s influence in fashion and his commitment to future generations.
Nike Kobe 7 “30,000 Point Game” – $200,000
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Kobe Bryant became the youngest NBA player to reach 30,000 points in 2012, and he did it wearing this exact pair of Nike Kobe 7s. In 2025, the sneakers—complete with autographs and memorabilia—sold for $200,000, serving as a tribute to another major milestone in his career.
Air Jordan 11 “MJ’s Secret Stuff” – $176,000
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This rare Air Jordan 11 sample was designed specifically for “Space Jam” and signed by Michael Jordan himself. Dubbed “MJ’s Secret Stuff,” the shoes capture his return to the NBA and his brief movie stardom. In 2021, the pair brought in $176,000 at auction.
The Dynasty Collection – $8 Million
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Six individual sneakers worn by Michael Jordan during the clinching games of all six of his NBA championships were brought together for the first time in a Sotheby’s auction. Sold for $8 million in 2024, this unmatched collection is arguably the crown jewel of sports memorabilia.