Michael Jordan and the Watches Few Can Afford
Michael Jordan is one of the greatest icons in sports, but he also stands out for owning one of the world’s most exclusive watch collections.
Jordan is not only one of the most influential athletes in history. He is also a dedicated watch enthusiast with a collection ranging from classic Rolex models to extreme Richard Mille pieces. Over the years, he has been spotted wearing some of the most sought-after watches ever produced, and his choices reveal a clear preference: sporty luxury, technical finesse, and top-tier craftsmanship.
His collection reflects both his status and his taste for statement pieces that stand out – just as he did on the court.
Rolex: The backbone of the collection
Jordan has worn Rolex throughout his career, and the brand forms a large part of his known rotation. He gravitates toward the sports models where functionality and prestige meet.
Some of the Rolex watches he has been seen wearing:
Rolex Explorer 226570 (2021)
Price: approx. 55,000–65,000 DKK
(≈ 7,500–9,000 USD)
Rolex Daytona 116500LN (discontinued 2023)
Price: approx. 180,000–220,000 DKK
(≈ 25,000–32,000 USD)
Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934
Price: approx. 95,000–110,000 DKK
(≈ 13,500–15,500 USD)
Rolex fits perfectly with Jordan’s image: sporty, luxurious and instantly recognizable.
Audemars Piguet: Sporty elegance with edge
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of Jordan’s preferred choices when he wants luxury combined with architectural design. Royal Oak models suit his style with sharp lines and technical refinement.
Examples from his known watches:
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26574BC.OO.1220BC.02 (2024)
Price: approx. 2,000,000–3,000,000 DKK
(≈ 280,000–420,000 USD)
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 26240OR (50th Anniversary)
Price: approx. 450,000–550,000 DKK
(≈ 63,000–78,000 USD)
Jordan is especially fond of Royal Oaks with complications and bold materials.
Richard Mille: The most extreme watches in the collection
Richard Mille is the brand that stands out most in Jordan’s collection. The technical constructions, colorful materials and limited editions match his flamboyant style.
Some of the models he has been spotted wearing:
Richard Mille RM 032
Price: approx. 900,000–1,200,000 DKK
(≈ 125,000–165,000 USD)
Richard Mille RM 032 Blue (limited to 120 pieces)
Price: approx. 1,400,000–1,600,000 DKK
(≈ 195,000–225,000 USD)
Richard Mille watches are known for extreme engineering and high prices. Jordan seems to prefer sporty, colorful versions.
Patek Philippe: Craftsmanship at the highest level
Although Patek Philippe takes up less space in his rotation, Jordan still owns several high-end complicated pieces.
From available photographic documentation:
Patek Philippe Cubitus 5821/1A-001 (2024)
Price: approx. 800,000–900,000 DKK
(≈ 110,000–125,000 USD)
Patek Philippe Complications 5905P-014 (limited to 25)
Price: approx. 5,500,000–6,500,000 DKK
(≈ 770,000–910,000 USD)
Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5270/1R-001 (discontinued 2018)
Price: approx. 1,200,000–1,500,000 DKK
(≈ 165,000–210,000 USD)
These watches place Jordan among the most serious collectors worldwide.
What is Michael Jordan’s collection worth?
Based on the pieces he has been seen wearing, the known part of his collection is estimated at 19 to 29 million DKK. Beyond the watches shown in public, his private collection is expected to be significantly larger.
Michael Jordans watches:
Rolex
• Explorer 226570
• Daytona 116500LN
• Daytona 126529LN
• Sky-Dweller 326934
• GMT-Master II 126720VTNR
Audemars Piguet
• Royal Oak 26574BC
• Royal Oak 26240OR
Richard Mille
• RM 032
• RM 032 Blue Limited
Patek Philippe
• Cubitus 5821/1A
• Complications 5905P
• Grand Complications 5270/1R
