In the world of sports memorabilia and collectibles, there is no shortage of enthusiasts willing to shell out big bucks for a piece of history. Goldin Elite’s August auction was proof of this, with high-end modern sports cards and memorabilia fetching record-breaking prices.
Topping the charts was a PSA 8 1984-85 Star Company Michael Jordan rookie card, which soared to an impressive $244,000, setting a new record for its grade. The frenzy continued with a PSA 7 Jordan rookie card selling for $62,000 on eBay, showcasing the growing demand for the NBA legend’s trading cards.
Not to be outdone, a 1-of-1 2009 Bowman Sterling Red Refractor Autograph card of MLB star Mike Trout, graded PSA 9, pulled in a remarkable $192,030, despite Trout’s recent injury setbacks. The baseball card fever kept going with new records set by a 2011 Bowman Chrome Bryce Harper and a 2014 Bowman Chrome Mookie Betts, both fetching six-figure sums.
Among the standout sales were the 1-of-1 SuperFractor cards, including an Elly De La Cruz and Jackson Holliday card, each graded PSA 10, selling for impressive amounts. A dual autograph Ronaldo/Messi SuperFractor from 2023-24 Topps UEFA also caught the eye of collectors, commanding a hefty price tag.
Switching gears to memorabilia, Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl LV jersey, photomatched to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, stole the show at $52,460. Kelce’s AFC Championship ring from the same season wasn’t far behind, selling for $34,404. Also turning heads was an Aaron Judge 2017 rookie season jersey, connected to his record-breaking home run tally, which fetched $51,240.
Rounding out the top sales were items like the 2017 National Treasures Patrick Mahomes RPA, the 2018 Bowman Orange Refractor Shohei Ohtani card, and a 1996 Mariano Rivera game-used jersey, all commanding significant figures. Even vintage items like the 1969 Topps Football Series 1 and Series 2 wax boxes saw strong interest from collectors.
The Goldin Elite August Auction once again proved that the allure of sports memorabilia knows no bounds, with both vintage and modern collectibles attracting substantial bids and setting new records. Whether it’s a coveted rookie card or a piece of game-worn memorabilia, the passion for sports collectibles continues to captivate enthusiasts worldwide.