The virtual gavel came down at the Goldin August Elite Auction, raising the stakes in the sports collectibles market as bidders vied for some of the most coveted items in the industry. Leading the charge was a PSA 8 1984-85 Star Company Michael Jordan rookie card, setting a new record at an impressive $244,000.
Following closely, a PSA 7 Jordan Star Company rookie card found a new owner for $62,000 on eBay, reflecting the escalating interest in Jordan’s iconic NBA trading card. Not to be outdone, a PSA 6.5 version of the card commanded a respectable $52,460.
The spotlight also shone on a unique 1-of-1 2009 Bowman Sterling Red Refractor Autograph card of MLB phenom Mike Trout, graded PSA 9, fetching an eye-popping $192,030 despite Trout’s recent injury setbacks. The baseball fever continued with record-breaking sales of modern cards such as a 2011 Bowman Chrome Red Refractor Bryce Harper #5/5, graded PSA 9, going for $184,720, and a 2014 Bowman Chrome Red Refractor Mookie Betts #3/5, graded PSA 10, fetching $123,220.
SuperFractor cards added to the excitement with the 2024 Topps Chrome Autographed SuperFractor Elly De La Cruz PSA 10 hitting $116,534, and a Jackson Holliday SuperFractor PSA 10 reaching $68,527, setting new benchmarks for the players.
A dual autograph Ronaldo/Messi SuperFractor from 2023-24 Topps UEFA stirred up frenzy, finally selling for $67,100 with a PSA 9 grade, originating from a lucky pull in England at the London Card Show.
Entering the memorabilia arena, Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl LV jersey, matched to the Kansas City Chiefs’ defeat by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, stole the show at $52,460. Further, Kelce’s AFC Championship ring from the same season clinched $34,404 in bids.
Memorabilia enthusiasts also took home treasures like Aaron Judge’s 2017 rookie season jersey, linked to his record-breaking 52 home runs, which sold for a notable $51,240.
Rounding up the top sales were items like the 2017 National Treasures Patrick Mahomes RPA #77/99 at $95,770, the 2018 Bowman Orange Refractor Shohei Ohtani #22/75 graded PSA 9 at $74,450, and the symbolic 1996 Mariano Rivera game-used jersey, matched to eight trading cards, fetching $51,240.
Vintage finds sparked interest as the 1969 Topps Football Series 1 wax box went for $32,940, closely followed by the 1969 Topps Football Series 2 wax box at $31,721.
Goldin’s August Elite Auction was a testament to the enduring allure of sports collectibles, showcasing record-breaking bids for both vintage classics and modern marvels. The event underscored the fervor that continues to surround these prized possessions in the ever-evolving world of sports memorabilia.
