Stadium Goods and Christies Partner for ‘Original Air’ Auction
Talk about rare. and auction house Christie’s have linked up for an exhibition dubbed ‘Original Air’, highlighting game-worn and signed kicks, as well as ultra-rare player exclusives. The 11 lots will be going on sale to the public on July 30 via an online-only auction. This will be a once in a lifetime experience, with each pair highlighting an important moment in the GOAT’s career.
Air Jordan 1 'Shattered Backboard' Game-Worn and Signed
Back on August 25, 1985, Michael Jordan was in Italy playing at a Nike-sponsored exhibition game when he performed a dunk so powerful it shattered the backboard. He was wearing this pair of Air Jordan 1s at the time, and it even has a piece of glass still wedged in the sole. They’re also signed and are expected to sell for between $650,000 and $850,000.
Air Jordan 5 ‘Fire Red’ Player Exclusive
In a size 13, made for Michael Jordan himself, these ‘Fire Reds’ feature a customised ’23’ embroidered on the heel, plus asymmetrical ankle collars. Debuted in 1990 at the NBA All-Star Weekend by MJ at the 3-point contest, these bad boys are going for upwards of $6,500.
Air Jordan 10 ‘Shadow’ Player Exclusive
A pair synonymous with Michael Jordan returning to the NBA on March 19, 1995. The Air Jordan 10 ‘Shadow’ was worn during the ’95 Playoffs against the Charlotte Hornets, as it was custom for the Bulls to wear black kicks in the post-season. This size 13 pair is set to bring in upwards of $50,000.
Air Jordan 11 ‘Concord’ Game-Worn Player Exclusive
The ‘Concords’ were worn during the whole of Jordan’s full comeback season in 1995-96. This pair is a piece of history, and has been triple-signed by Jordan himself. Expected to sell for $50,000-$65,000, a portion of this sale will be going to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.