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Sneaker Authenticity Under Fire: Jordan 14 Autograph Questioned
1 May
Summary
- An autograph authenticator claims a signed Jordan 14 is not real.
- The shoe was reportedly worn by Michael Jordan in the 1998 NBA Finals.
- The Perfect Pair stated the autograph was authenticated through video.
A dispute has arisen concerning the authenticity of an autograph on a pair of Air Jordan 14 "Last Shot" sneakers, which are claimed to have been worn by Michael Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals. Renowned autograph authenticator Steve Grad has publicly questioned the validity of the signature displayed by sneaker influencer The Perfect Pair.
Grad shared his skepticism on X, stating he has encountered numerous similar signatures originating from Chicago in the 1990s that were not genuine. This assertion challenges the provenance of the Jordans, which were showcased in an Instagram tour and reportedly purchased for $15,000 by The Perfect Pair's brother.
The Perfect Pair has defended the shoe's authenticity, responding to online discussions by asserting that the autograph is "authenticated through videos." This situation follows a previous record-setting sale, where Sotheby's auctioned a collection including a Jordan-worn 'Last Shot' Air Jordan 14 for $8 million in 2024.
