Introduction to the Record-Breaking Sale
A basketball card autographed by Hall of Famers Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant has sold for nearly $13 million at auction, a record for any sports card.
Details of the Auction
Heritage Auctions said there were 82 bids for the 2007-08 Upper Deck Logoman collection card before it sold Sunday for $12,932,000. That surpassed the $12.6 million paid for a 1952 Topps rookie card of baseball Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle at a Heritage auction in 2022.
The Purchaser
It was purchased by a group that included famed “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary, according to the memorabilia company.
The Card’s Unique Features
The only card of its type, the Jordan-Bryant card features certified autographs of both players along with NBA patches from their game-worn uniforms.
Previous Records
The previous record for a basketball card was the private sale of a Stephen Curry 2009 Panini card for $5.9 million. The top mark at auction was a little more than $3.1 million for Luka Doncic’s 2018 Panini rookie card.
Conclusion
The sale of the Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant basketball card for $12.9 million at auction sets a new record for sports cards, highlighting the significant value placed on rare and unique memorabilia by collectors and investors.
FAQs
Q: What was the selling price of the Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant basketball card?
A: The card sold for $12,932,000.
Q: Who purchased the card?
A: A group that included famed “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary.
Q: What made this card so unique?
A: It features certified autographs of both Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, along with NBA patches from their game-worn uniforms, and is the only card of its type.
Q: Where can I find more information on this story?
A: For more on this story, please visit AP.
