Air Jordan 3 "Black Cement" 1988

The Air Jordan 3 (1988) is the shoe that saved the Jordan line. Tinker Hatfield's introduction of the elephant print, the visible Air unit, and the iconic Jumpman logo (replacing the Nike swoosh on basketball shoes permanently) transformed Michael Jordan from a player with a shoe deal into a brand. Original 1988 "Black Cement" OG pairs are among the most valuable sneakers in existence. Value: $8,000–$25,000.