It won’t be a surprise if anyone finds out Michael Jordan owns a timepiece worth $2 million. Just a few months ago, the Chicago Bulls legend wore the Purnell Escape II Absolute Sapphire Blue Moon on a racetrack. During the victory of his NASCAR team 23XI at the GEICO 500, MJ congratulated Tyler Reddick and the eagle-eyed fans spotted the rare piece. It’s inspired by the iconic designs of Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak and Patek Philippe’s Nautilus. And it’s not the only Audemars in his collection as revealed by rapper Offset.

“I might just wear just a watch, no chain, no bracelet, just cool watch and keep it pushing. I’m gonna go with this Audemars, I just got this joint right here, get a closeup of that. Only me, and Michael Jordan, and Serena Williams, got this right now. This is the stainless skeleton with the face rose gold.” The 32-year-old revealed the common thread between him and MJ and Williams.

As per Watch Pro Academy, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked, has increased in price by 146%. Obviously, not the models that Michael Jordan and Offset have, but a similar one was previously retailing at $76,400. However, this exquisite timepiece is now valued at around $188,000 in the secondary market.

One instance of the 6x NBA Champion donning the watch was during the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony. Just like the Offset video, GQ broke that news as well. Similarly, Michael Jordan was spotted with the 50th Anniversary edition of one of Audemars, where he was juggling between the events.

Michael Jordan had Audemars for another milestone celebration

Not only MJ, but even his wife Yvette Prieto avoids the media spotlight at every turn. But just last month, both of them first attended the New York Fashion Week, at the beginning of the last month. Because the Jordan Brand partnered up with Who Decides War, and the sneaker would be available from $115. The fashion week, appearance was important because it was the launch of Jordan Flight Court x Who Decides War Shoes.

Once he left the event, the cameras surrounded Micahel Jordan and his wife. Thus revealing the 18K Pink Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph, which was unique because it had a green dial with a matching green alligator strap. The couple would later celebrate a personal milestone of 5 years with a few close friends.

The high-end luxury brand Cincoro Tequila completed its 5 years, and Jeanie Buss was one of the attendees. DJ Khaled, Former Good Morning America anchor, Dr. Jennifer Ashton, and Lakers executive, Linda Rambis, were the few people who graced the event. That’s why Audemars has a loyal following, which includes people like Michael Jordan, as they could have every model for every celebration.