O'Leary Claims $2M Value for Jordan Trading Card He Wears

Kevin O'Leary is displaying his investment portfolio in an unconventional manner. The Shark Tank personality now sports a rare Michael Jordan collectible card on a custom Tiffany & Co. necklace.

According to reports, his investment group paid $500,000 to $600,000 for the card. O'Leary currently estimates its value at over $2 million.

That valuation would represent more than a threefold increase. However, no public sale has yet verified that figure.

This is what’s so great about the hobby. It’s a fantastic alternative asset class and I can actually wear it! It looks spectacular in the Tiffany chain. I’m really wearing art.

— Kevin O'Leary, November 6, 2026

What Makes This Michael Jordan Card So Valuable?

O'Leary exhibited the card in a video on X, which is a 1997-98 Fleer Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems (PMG) Red Michael Jordan card.

The PMG Jordan series had only 100 numbered copies. The first ten were green, the other 90 red. O'Leary holds card number 12.

He states that one green card was destroyed, leaving only nine. He opted for the red version because it matches the rubies on his Tiffany necklace.

O'Leary sees the card as more than just a basketball collectible. He views it as wearable art and a significant financial asset.

Recent auction data lends some credibility to his excitement.

In August 2026, a different Jordan PMG Red, card number 52 of 100, fetched $1,473,989 at auction. That set a record for the highest publicly sold PMG card.

Nevertheless, the eventual sale price of O'Leary's card will hinge on its condition, grading, and buyer interest.

Why O'Leary Favors Trading Cards Over Conventional Investments

O'Leary thinks rare collectibles can produce exceptional gains. He has said some cards "seem to defy recessions" and aims to allocate 5% of his portfolio invested in sports cards.

Broader market trends offer partial support. A benchmark of rare Pokémon cards rose over 150% from September 2021 to October 2026, surpassing Bitcoin, gold, and the S&P 500 during that span.

However, collectibles come with considerable downsides. They produce no yield, can be illiquid, and their value relies entirely on what a buyer will pay.

At present, O'Leary's $2 million valuation is just a paper figure. Only a real transaction can determine the card's true market value.