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Aaron Sanchez-Guerra

Converse sneakers worn, signed by Michael Jordan as UNC freshman up for auction

A pair of shoes worn by — and signed by — none other than Michael Jordan as a UNC freshman are up for auction.

With the current bid currently at $45,000, the pair of high-top Converse sneakers worn during Jordan’s storied freshman season from 1981 to ’82 are being auctioned off to benefit the University of North Carolina basketball program.

The 40-year-old white and Carolina blue kicks look worn, with some dirt on the soles. And while the shoes seem to be in decent condition, the knotted shoelaces have frayed.

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