Wrestling memorabilia market surges with another high-value Hogan sale
Summary
– Hulk Hogan’s match-worn boots sold for $146,803 at auction
– Boots were tied to Survivor Series 1989 and Royal Rumble 1990 events
– Sale ranks as the second-highest price ever for wrestling boots
Hulk Hogan’s legacy continues to dominate the collectibles market with another high-profile sale. A pair of his match-worn boots has now reached a significant price at auction, reinforcing the demand for items tied to his career.
The boots, linked to Survivor Series 1989 and Royal Rumble 1990, were sold through Iconic Auctions. The final bid reached $146,803, placing the item among the most valuable pieces of wrestling memorabilia ever sold.
The sale was highlighted publicly by Darren Rovell, who noted that the price is the second-highest ever paid for wrestling boots. Only the WrestleMania I pair, which surpassed the million-dollar mark earlier this year, ranks higher.
These events represent a peak period in Hogan’s career. During that time, he was central to WWE’s expansion and mainstream success, making items from that era particularly valuable to collectors.
The continued rise in value shows that interest in Hogan memorabilia remains strong. Each major sale adds momentum, signaling that demand for iconic pieces tied to wrestling history is not slowing down.
$146,803: Winning bid tonight at @IconicAuctions for Hulk Hogan’s boots matched to the 1989 Survivor Series and the 1990 Royal Rumble.
It is the second highest price ever paid for wrestling boots.
Hulk’s photomatched boots from Wrestlemania I sold for more than $1M in March. pic.twitter.com/slJevHM4k1
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) May 3, 2026
