Pawn Stars: $1,000,000 for Michael Jordan’s “Space Jam” Sneakers (Season 18) | History

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Chum and Gem sell rare sneakers in a Los Angeles warehouse, with Rick Yeezy Busta authenticating them, valuing Yeezys at $150,000. The Space Jam shoes, worn by Michael Jordan, could be worth over a million dollars, but Chum buys the Paris shoes for $62,000 instead.

Insights

  • Authenticating rare sneakers involves intricate details like the smell of glue, as explained by Rick Yeezy Busta, which is crucial in determining their legitimacy, showcasing the meticulous nature of sneaker authentication.
  • The Space Jam shoes, worn by Michael Jordan, are considered the ultimate prize in the collection, potentially worth over a million dollars, emphasizing the significance of iconic items in the sneaker market and the allure of exclusive, historic pieces.

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Recent questions

  • How much are the Yeezys worth?

    $150,000

  • Who authenticated the rare sneakers?

    Rick Yeezy Busta

  • What did Chum purchase for $62,000?

    Paris shoes

  • What is the value of the Freddy Kruegers?

    $26,000

  • What is the potential worth of the Space Jam shoes?

    Over a million dollars

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Summary

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Rare Sneakers: Authenticity and High Values

  • Chum and Gem are in a Los Angeles warehouse selling rare sneakers, including a pair worn by Michael Jordan in Space Jam. Chum suggests considering other shoes and awaits an expert, Rick Yeezy Busta, who authenticates the shoes.
  • Rick inspects various sneakers, confirming the authenticity of the Freddy Kruegers, Encore Force, and Yeezys, explaining the importance of glue smell in determining authenticity.
  • Rick values the sneakers: Freddy Kruegers at $26,000, Encore Force at $32,000, Yeezys at $150,000, and Paris Dunks at $72,000. The Space Jam shoes, worn by Michael Jordan, are considered the holy grail and potentially worth over a million dollars.
  • Despite not reaching a deal on the Space Jam shoes, Chum purchases the Paris shoes for $62,000, showing interest in wearable items and leaving the potential sale of the Space Jam shoes open for the future.
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