Sports memorabilia often carries more than just monetary value—it holds memories, legacies, and emotions that can’t be replicated.
Right now, one particular card is stealing the spotlight: a rare collectible featuring the autographs of basketball icons Michael Jordan and the late Kobe Bryant. This one-of-a-kind treasure is expected to make history at auction.
Bidding Already Soaring
The card, part of the prestigious 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection, has already sent shockwaves through the sports memorabilia world.
As of Saturday morning, bids had surpassed $5 million, with experts predicting it could sell for more than $6.1 million.
Heritage Auctions, which is hosting the sale, believes this card has all the makings of a record-breaker.
Why This Card Is So Valuable
So, what makes this card so special? It’s the only card ever produced that carries both Jordan’s and Bryant’s signatures—paired with dual NBA Logoman patches.
For Kobe, the patch features the traditional red, white, and blue design, while Jordan’s comes in a striking gold and white variation.
Heritage’s Director of Sports Auctions, Chris Ivy, emphasized that this is the only card of its kind, which cements its rarity.
After Bryant’s tragic passing in 2020, it has become even more significant to collectors.
A Landmark Auction Ahead
The Jordan–Bryant Dual Logoman card is being offered during Heritage’s Summer Platinum Night Sports Auction, running from August 23 to 24.
While the consignor reportedly turned down multiple private seven-figure offers, the choice to put it on public auction could set a new world record for basketball cards.
Ivy is confident this card will surpass all previous milestones.
Breaking Records and Setting New Ones
If bidding continues as expected, this card will outpace legendary sales from recent years.
In 2021, a Stephen Curry rookie Logoman autograph card sold privately for $5.9 million, and earlier that same year, a LeBron James rookie patch autograph went for $5.2 million.
The Jordan–Bryant card is on track to eclipse both and claim the crown as the most expensive basketball card ever sold.
Legends Behind the Signatures
Part of the magic lies in the names attached. Michael Jordan, a six-time NBA champion and five-time MVP, redefined basketball during his years with the Chicago Bulls before closing his career with the Washington Wizards in 2003.
Kobe Bryant, who spent two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers, became a global icon with his five championship titles and unmatched competitive spirit.
His tragic death in 2020, alongside his daughter Gianna and seven others, left the basketball world heartbroken.
More Than Just a Card
For fans and collectors alike, this auction is about more than numbers—it’s about honoring two of the sport’s greatest figures.
As bids climb higher, this card is poised to not only break records but also serve as a lasting tribute to the legacies of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.