Look for a manufacturing sticker on the outside of the box. All Air Jordan boxes will have an official manufacturing sticker on the side. Check for the accurate style name of the shoe, the shoe size, color combination, and country of manufacture.

For sneakerheads around the world, the Mid lacked nostalgia, had no legacy, and worse than anything, seemed like some sort of last ditch attempt to get a carbon-copy of your classic OG colourways, but made with seemingly poorer materials. The Jordan 1 Mid completely banished any sense of exclusivity.

The high prices come from how the company makes and markets its iconic sneakers. The brand has a rich history, and its Air Jordan 1 is widely credited as the catalyst for sneaker-culture. Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. World's Most Expensive Big Mac!

Air Jordan is a line of basketball shoes produced by Nike, Inc. Related apparel and accessories are marketed under the Jordan Brand. The silhouette of Michael Jordan served as inspiration to create the "Jumpman" logo.