Nike Mag 2016 Appraisal

Nike Mag (2011 or 2016 Release)

This item is a pair of Nike Mag sneakers, famously replicas of the futuristic footwear featured in the 1989 film 'Back to the Future Part II'. The shoes feature an ultra-high-top silhouette with a gray reinforced fabric upper and a white Nike-branded ankle strap. The construction utilizes a combination of space-age materials, including a textured grey mesh and ribbing on the midfoot, paired with a distinct speckled light-blue/gray midsole. Notable features include the integrated electroluminescent lighting systems in the sole and heel, as well as a glowing 'NIKE' logo on the strap. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible signs of street wear on the soles or mesh, suggesting they have been kept as a collector's display piece. The craftsmanship reflects Nike's premium Tier Zero manufacturing standards, engineered to mimic the prop designed by Tinker Hatfield. These limited-edition releases, first appearing in 2011 (1,500 pairs) and again in 2016 (89 pairs with auto-lacing technology), are among the most sought-after cultural artifacts in the sneaker world. The pair sits atop a wooden display stand, consistent with high-value memorabilia presentation.