Legendary football player Joe Montana has set yet another record with the sale of his jersey, worn in two of his Super Bowl wins, for an astonishing $1.212 million. This purchase broke the previous record set by a 2021 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tom Brady jersey, which sold for $480,000. The transaction was facilitated through collectables marketplace Goldin, which also brokered the previous record-setting sale. Montana’s jersey was worn during the 49ers’ victories in Super Bowl XIX and XXIII, with the latter featuring his iconic 92-yard drive to win the game.
During his illustrious career, Montana set many records, but he has now added another post-retirement. This mega sale of his jersey has broken the previous record of $480,000, setting a new standard in jersey auctions. The transaction was made through Goldin, which also brokered the previous record-setting sale of a Tom Brady jersey. Montana’s jersey was worn during two of his Super Bowl victories, adding even more value and prestige to the sale.
When and where did Joe Montana wear his jersey?
The Hall of Fame quarterback wore the jersey during his team’s triumphs in Super Bowl XIX against the Miami Dolphins and Super Bowl XXIII against the Cincinnati Bengals. In the latter game, he famously led the 49ers on a 92-yard drive to secure a game-winning touchdown, forever etching himself in football history. The jersey, therefore, carries great historical significance, and it’s no surprise that it was sold for such a staggering amount.
Ken Goldin, the founder of the collectables marketplace, expressed his excitement over the record-breaking sale, stating that Montana’s already impressive career achievements have now been surpassed by this monumental transaction. Montana has four championship rings and three Super Bowl MVPs, and now he can add this record-setting jersey sale to his list of accolades. This impressive sale also highlights the enduring rivalry between Montana and Tom Brady, with the two greatest quarterbacks of all time still trading records even in retirement.
Montana’s jersey was part of a larger collection of memorabilia being sold through Goldin, with bidding for those items ending on March 1. The sale of his jersey, however, was the highlight of the auction and set a new standard in jersey auctions. It’s an impressive testament to Montana’s legacy and the enduring value of football memorabilia.
The jersey carries historical significance due to Montana’s legendary career, and the fact that it was worn during two of his Super Bowl wins only adds to its value. The sale is a testament to Montana’s legacy and highlights the enduring rivalry between him and Tom Brady.
