Sports attire isn’t represented solely by its performance. No, it’s also all about its history, its legacy, and also there are some people who will grab a specific jersey just because they can flaunt its price tag after the fact. These special throwback sports attire items are in leagues of their own.

1. Babe Ruth’s 1920 New York Yankees Jersey

Sold for $4.42 million, this pinstriped jersey is one of the earliest known Yankees uniforms worn by the baseball legend.

2. Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Jersey (Game 1)

This iconic Bulls jersey, worn by Jordan during his legendary “Last Dance” season, sold for a whopping $10.1 million in 2022.

3. Muhammad Ali’s Championship Belt

This gold championship belt was awarded to Ali after his 1974 bout — dubbed the “Rumble in the Jungle” —against George Foreman. It sold for a staggering $6.18 million in 2022.

4. Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Jersey

This jersey worn by Maradona during the 1986 World Cup match against England sold for $9.28 million at auction in 2022. It’s tied to two of the most memorable goals in soccer history: the “Hand of God” and the “Goal of the Century.”

5. Kobe Bryant’s 2006-2007 Game-Worn Lakers Jersey

Worn during Bryant’s INSANE 81-point game, this jersey sold for $3.69 million in 2021. The jersey’s connection to Bryant’s God-like legacy, especially after his untimely death in early 2020, makes it a priceless gem for basketball fans.

6. Lou Gehrig’s 1939 Yankees Jersey

Worn by baseball star Lou Gehrig during his emotional farewell speech at Yankee Stadium in 1939, this jersey sold for $2.58 million in 2019. Gehrig died just two years later from ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

7. LeBron James’ 2013 NBA Finals Jersey

Worn by James during Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, this jersey sold for $3.6 million in 2022, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats.

8. Pelé’s 1970 World Cup Final Jersey

Worn during Brazil’s 4-1 victory over Italy in the 1970 FIFA World Cup, this jersey sold for £157,750 (nearly $200,000) in 2002. Pelé’s performance in the tournament is widely regarded as one of the greatest in soccer history.

9. Jackie Robinson’s 1950 Brooklyn Dodgers Jersey

Seen as a symbol of Robinson’s groundbreaking career (he was the first African American player to be accepted into the major leagues), this jersey sold for $4.2 million at auction. It was worn by Robinson during this final season in the MLB.

10. Mickey Mantle’s 1968 Game-Worn Jersey Against the Yankees

This jersey, worn during Mantle’s final game with the New York Yankees, sold for $2.19 million in 2018. Regarded as one of most versatile players ever, Mantle’s ability to hit for power, speed, and average made him a true icon of the sport.

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