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Air Jordan XI

1995–1996
Air Jordan XI

Air Jordan XI, designed by Tinker Hatfield, was introduced during the postseason of the 1994–95 NBA season and worn by Michael Jordan following his return to play. Early examples associated with this initial release include white/black pairs and black/concord pairs featuring “45” stitched on the heel, reflecting Jordan’s jersey number at the time. These pairs represent pre-release and early production forms of the model prior to full standardization.

In the 1995–96 season, the Air Jordan XI entered broader release with standardized production specifications, including the transition to “23” heel numbering and consistent model variations. Additional early examples are documented outside of game use, including a black concord pair worn during the filming of Space Jam, predating the 1994–95 playoff introduction and featuring “23” stitched on the heel. These variations collectively illustrate the model’s development from early sample and transitional forms into its established retail and in-game configurations.

Model Summary

Air Jordan XI

Audit in Progress
Total Documented Examples
28
Publicly Sold Examples
22
Privately Held Examples
6
Archive Updated August 9, 2026
Methodology & Identification

Footwear identification within the archive extends beyond direct visual comparison. Analysis incorporates model chronology, production coding, material behavior, and player-specific wear patterns observed across game imagery and surviving examples.

Particular attention is given to structural deformation during use, including creasing patterns, lace tension habits, and outsole or mid-sole stress responses resulting from Jordan’s movement and play style.

Final identification is determined through the convergence of these characteristics rather than any single matching detail.

Documented Examples

Known Air Jordan XI Record

The following entries represent documented Air Jordan XI examples associated with Michael Jordan across the early development, promotional, charitable, and competitive use phases of the model. Each record combines construction details, sale history, and archive research.

1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Los Angeles Lakers
Game Date Unknown
Usage Regular Season
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn verse the Los Angeles Lakers.

Archive ReferencePair A
Production Code950112 LN2
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Attributed to a unknown Lakers game, with dual personalized autographs.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Goldin Auctions
  • Sale Date: March 14, 2026
  • Lot #: 62
  • Sale Price: $74,420

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo-Matched: 0
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance comes from Michael Cooper, former NBA player for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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1995 Air Jordan XI - Black | Concord

Opponent Orlando Magic
Game Date May 18, 1995
Usage Postseason
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI prototype worn in the 1994-95 playoffs.

Archive ReferencePair B
Production CodeBBMN04-950112-FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
A rare never released "45" stitch sample with adjusted toe made only for Jordan.

Privately Held

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance comes from Nick Anderson, former NBA player for the Orlando Magic.
  • Additional supporting evidence is held within the archive, including material derived from original photography negatives.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - Black | True Red

Opponent Seattle Supersonics
Game Date June 14, 1996
Usage Finals
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn verse Seattle.

Archive ReferencePair C
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Attributed to the 1996 Finals - Game 5

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Sotheby's
  • Sale Date: April 12, 2024
  • Lot #: 1
  • Sale Price: $482,600

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MeiGray
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance comes from a former Seattle Supersonics ballboy.
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1995 Air Jordan XI - Black | Concord "Space Jam"

Opponent None
Game Date None
Usage Space Jam Movie (unworn)
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn verse Seattle.

Archive ReferencePair D
Production CodeBBMN04-950112-FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
Air Jordan XI "Space Jam" with a stitched "23" made for Jordan only.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Sotheby's
  • Sale Date: July 26, 2021
  • Lot #: 1
  • Sale Price: $176,400
Research & Provenance
  • A prototype pair only made for the 1995 Space Jam movie, this particular pair was not used in the movie is in unworn condition.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - Black | True Red

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Postseason
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI attributed to the 1996 playoffs.

Archive ReferencePair E
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Attributed to the 1996 postseason and signed "best wishes".

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Sotheby's
  • Sale Date: December 03, 2020
  • Lot #: 17
  • Sale Price: $47,880
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a letter from PSA/DNA.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent New York Knicks
Game Date March 21, 1996
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn during the 1995-96 season.

Archive ReferencePair F
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Worn against fellow NBA'er and friend Charles Oakley, inscribed and given to Mr. Oakley after the game.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: September 12, 2009
  • Lot #: 177
  • Sale Price: $10,800

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance comes from Nick Anderson, former NBA player for the Orlando Magic.
  • Additional supporting evidence is held within the archive, including material derived from original photography negatives.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Washington Bullets
Game Date January 15, 1996
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn during the 1995-96 season.

Archive ReferencePair G
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Worn during a forty-six point performance.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: SCP
  • Sale Date: October 9, 2022
  • Lot #: 513
  • Sale Price: $50,137

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance comes from Nolan Smith , former ballboy for the Washington Bullets in 1995-96.
  • Additional supporting evidence is held within the archive, including material derived from original photography negatives resulting in a conclusive photo-match.
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1996 Air Jordan XI "Low Sample" - | Black | True Red

Opponent Seattle Supersonics
Game Date June 5, 1996
Usage Postseason
Verification Apparent
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn attributed to the 1995-96 finals.

Archive ReferencePair H
Production CodeBBM101-M1-CT
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
One of two pairs attributed to game 1 of the 1996 Finals.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Goldin
  • Sale Date: June 8, 2024
  • Lot #: 130
  • Sale Price: $43,920

Photo Match Details

  • Apparent-Match: Yes
  • Apparent Games: 1
  • Research By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Additional supporting evidence is held within the archive, including material derived from original photography negatives. In our opinion there are multiple apparent consistencies with game 1, first half of play.
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1996 Air Jordan XI Low - | Black | Dark Grey | True Red

Opponent Orlando Magic
Game Date May 25, 1996
Usage Postseason
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI ie sample worn in 1996.

Archive ReferencePair I
Production Code325765 FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
Air Jordan XI worn during the Eastern Conference Finals.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Lelands
  • Sale Date: February 15, 2017
  • Lot #: 915
  • Sale Price: $12,112

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo Matched: 1
  • Research By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • The pair is accompanied with a letter from Johnny White II, a former ball boy for the Orlando Magic.
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1995 Air Jordan XI "Sample Toe" - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Supported
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI with sample tooling.

Archive ReferencePair J
Production Code950112 FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
Early production Air Jordan XI with adjusted toe box and low cut patent leather.

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo Matched: No
  • Research By: No
Research & Provenance
  • A sample early production made for Michael Jordan, inscribed "Best Wishes" and displays light wear.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Concord

Opponent New York Knicks
Game Date January 23, 1996
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn by Jordan.

Archive ReferencePair K
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Air Jordan XI worn verse the New York Knicks at MSG and signed "Best Wishes"

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo Matched: 1
  • Research By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Originally sold on Rally Road as a buy out.
  • Independent archive imagery has confirmed a conclusive photo-match to January 23, 1996.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Private
Game Date Private
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI worn by Jordan.

Archive ReferencePair L
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Air Jordan XI worn during the 72-10 season.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Goldin
  • Sale Date: July 19, 2014
  • Lot #: 1232
  • Sale Price: $15,600

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo Matched: 1
  • Research By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a letter from long time friend and former NBA player, Charles Oakley
  • Independent archive imagery has confirmed a conclusive photo-match to January 23, 1996.
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1995 Air Jordan XI "Sample Toe" - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Supported
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI with sample tooling.

Archive ReferencePair M
Production Code950112 FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
Early production Air Jordan XI with adjusted toe box and low cut patent leather.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: SCP Auctions
  • Sale Date: April 14, 2024
  • Lot #: 2
  • Sale Price: $23,386

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo Matched: No
  • Research By: No
Research & Provenance
  • A sample early production made for Michael Jordan, with low cut patent leather and adjusted toes .
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Supported
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI.

Archive ReferencePair N
Production Code950112 FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Air Jordan XI with silver signature.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Heritage Auctions
  • Sale Date: Nov 6, 2015
  • Lot #: 13608
  • Sale Price: $8,365

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo Matched: No
  • Research By: No
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by an Upper Deck Certificate of Authenticity .
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1995 Air Jordan XI "Sample Toe" - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Preseason
Verification Supported
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI with sample tooling.

Archive ReferencePair O
Production Code950112 FTPS
Size13 L / 13 R
Early production Air Jordan XI with adjusted toe box and low cut patent leather.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Hunt Auctions
  • Sale Date: December 13, 2022
  • Lot #: 221
  • Sale Price: $27,500

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo Matched: No
  • Research By: No
Research & Provenance
  • A sample early production made for Michael Jordan, with low cut patent leather and adjusted toes, featuring a silver signature "Best Wishes".
  • A letter of provenance from Abdul Fox who tried out with the Chicago Bulls heading into the 1995-96 season.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - White | Black | Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Verified Code
Public Example No

Air Jordan XI.

Archive ReferencePair P
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Air Jordan XI with sample ftps tags.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Memorabilia Expert
  • Sale Date: Feb 11, 2016
  • Lot #:
  • Sale Price: $5,680

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: No
  • Games Photo Matched: No
  • Research By: No
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a letter from the Chicago Bulls.
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1996 Air Jordan XI - Black | True Red

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Postseason
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

Air Jordan XI attributed to the 1996 playoffs.

Archive ReferencePair Q
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
Attributed to the 1996 postseason and signed "best wishes".

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: January 24, 2021
  • Lot #: 11
  • Sale Price: $95,240
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a CharitaBulls Letter from a 1997 auction featuring these playoff worn sneakers.
  • Accompanied by a Letter from a JSA authenticating the signature.
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1995 Air Jordan Xi - White | Black | Dark Concord

Game DateDecember 2, 1995
OpponentLos Angeles Clippers
UsageRegular Season
VerificationPhoto Matched
Public ExampleYes

Air Jordan XI

Archive ReferencePair R
Production Code950112 LN2
Size13.5 L / 13.5 R
SignatureDual Signatures
Worn during a 37 point performance.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Juliens Auction
  • Sale Date: June 25, 2012
  • Lot #: 101
  • Sale Price: $10,240

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Goldin
  • Sale Date: August 8, 2026
  • Lot #: 1
  • Sale Price: $173,240

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MeiGray, Resolution Photomatching
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a letter from former Chicago Bulls team mate Kevin Haley's ex-wife Staceu K Lindholm.
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1995 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Special Event
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair S
Production Code950112-FTPS
Size13
Worn during production of Space Jam and personally gifted to Michael Jordan’s body double at the Jordan Dome.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: June 22, 2017
  • Lot #: 818
  • Sale Price: $6,691.20
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a Letter of Provenance from Michael Jordan’s Space Jam body double documenting the pair’s production history and personal gifting. The Michael Jordan signatures are authenticated by JSA.
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1996 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Seattle SuperSonics
Game Date January 10, 1996
Usage Game-Used
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1996 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair T
Production Code950112-FTPS
Size13
Reportedly worn during Jordan’s 35-point performance against Seattle on January 10, 1996, and gifted to Shawn Kemp after the game.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: August 16, 2026
  • Lot #: Browse
  • Sale Price: $7,788.00
Research & Provenance
  • According to the auction listing, Michael Jordan gifted the pair to Kemp following the January 10, 1996 game. The pair is accompanied by a Kemp family Letter of Authenticity documenting the provenance.
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1996 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Minnesota Timberwolves
Game Date February 16, 1996
Usage Game-Used
Verification Photo-Matched
Public Example Yes

1996 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair U
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5
Reportedly worn during Jordan’s 35-point performance against Minnesota on February 16, 1996, and photo-matched by Resolution Photomatching.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: August 16, 2026
  • Lot #: Browse
  • Sale Price: $74,620.08

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: Resolution Photomatching
Research & Provenance
  • The listing separately reports autograph authentication by JSA.
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1996 Air Jordan XI — Black | True Red | White

Opponent Seattle SuperSonics
Game Date June 9, 1996
Usage Game-Used
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1996 Air Jordan XI — Black | True Red | White

Archive ReferencePair V
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5
Attributed to Jordan’s 36-point performance against Seattle on June 9, 1996.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: May 30, 2014
  • Lot #: 448
  • Sale Price: $17,126.40
Research & Provenance
  • According to the auction listing, item provenance includes Letter of Authenticity.
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1996 Air Jordan XI — Black | True Red | White

Opponent Miami Heat
Game Date May 1, 1996
Usage Postseason
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1996 Air Jordan XI — Black | True Red | White

Archive ReferencePair W
Production CodeSample FTPS
Size13.5
Attributed to the eastern conference playoffs.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: August 16, 2026
  • Lot #: Browse
  • Sale Price: $12,544.80
Research & Provenance
  • Provenance includes a letter from former Miami Heat Ballboy who received these sneakers post game.
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1995 Air Jordan XI — Black | White | Dark Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Game-Used
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI — Black | White | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair X
Production CodeUnknown
Size13
Attributed to the 1995-96 season

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Grey Flannel Auctions
  • Sale Date: November 12, 2009
  • Lot #: 617
  • Sale Price: $2,577.60
Research & Provenance
  • According to the auction listing, item provenance includes Letter of Authenticity. The listing separately reports autograph authentication by JSA.
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1995 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Dallas Mavericks & San Antonio Spurs
Game Date November 21 & 22 1995
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo-Matched
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair Y
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5
Photo-matched left foot and right foot to two different games in the 95-96 season.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Sotheby's
  • Sale Date: July 20, 2026
  • Lot #: 72
  • Sale Price: $83,200

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: SIA
Research & Provenance
  • The listing separately reports autograph authentication by PSA/DNA, Signature authentication.
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Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Verified Code
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Archive ReferencePair Z
Production Code950112 FTPS
Size13.5 / 13.5
A mismatched pair of an early sample with a production sample.

Public Sale

  • Auction House: Heritage Auctions
  • Sale Date: May 7, 2021
  • Lot #: 82189
  • Sale Price: $38,400
Research & Provenance
  • Letter of Provenance from the Will Perdue Basketball camp.
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Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent San Antonio Spurs
Game Date December 12, 1995
Usage Regular Season
Verification Photo Matched
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI

Archive ReferencePair AA
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5 / 13.5
Won during the start of the 1995-96 NBA season.

Public Record

  • Public View: MeiGray

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MeiGray
Research & Provenance
  • Authenticity verified by MeiGray.
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Air Jordan XI — White | Black | Dark Concord

Opponent Unknown
Game Date Unknown
Usage Unknown
Verification Apparent
Public Example Yes

1995 Air Jordan XI

Archive ReferencePair BB
Production CodeSAMPLE FTPS
Size13.5 / 13.5
Won during the start of the 1995-96 NBA season.

Photo Match Details

  • Photo-Matched: Yes
  • Games Photo-Matched: 1
  • Photo-Matched By: MJA
Research & Provenance
  • Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Howard Eskin.
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