A Rick Ross auction event comprises art, sneakers, music memorabilia, and other items that were once beloved by the American rapper.
Julien’s Auctions initiated the “Push It to the Limit–Luxury And Lifestyle: A Rick Ross Auction” event on its website, with the music mogul’s beloved possessions up for bidding. It features an array of items like art, sneakers, designer wear, music memorabilia, and other treasures. According to the auction company, the affair aims to captivate collectors and Ross’ fans while contributing to a noble cause.
The Rick Ross auction will benefit The Creative Collective NYC’s Boss Up Grant Program. It is an initiative dedicated to empowering aspiring artists and entrepreneurs. Bidders are not just investing in Ross’ possessions, but also in the dreams of the next generation of creative talents.
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Coveted items in the Rick Ross Auction
The American rapper partnered up with Julien’s Auctions as he put his prized possessions up for bidding. It consists of nearly 800 lots.
Among the items for bidding include a black fiberglass panther sculpture, valued between $2,000 to $3,000. It features Ross’ MMG logo with the artist named Mr. Brainwash’s signature. The current bid is currently at $900.
The Rick Ross auction contained a large-scale acrylic on canvas, depicting the music artist holding up a bottle of champagne. Current bid price is at $900, with the item’s estimated price between $2,000 to $3,000.
Ross included a Circa 1866 Wm. Knabe & Co. Gold Metal Concert Grand Piano on items he put under the hammer. Julien’s Auctions said, “The piano top is painted to feature Michael Jackson’s 1982 album cover, Thriller.” Its current bid price is at $1,250, with valuation between $2,000 to $3,000.
Ross’ sneakers seem to be one of the most coveted items in this auction event. His Air Jordan 3 Retro, known as the “DJ Khaled Grateful” edition made it to the list as well as the rare Air Jordan 3 “Father of Asahd.” The former is a red-based leader upper with white and black accents and elephant print detailing. Meanwhile, the latter has blue exteriors with the “We the Best” logos on the left heel and inside the shoe. The “DJ Khaled Grateful” has a current bid price of $1,750, valued between $2,000 to $3,000. The “Father of Asahd” sneakers’ current bid price is at $2,250, estimated between $3,000 to $5,000.
The Boss Up Grant Program
The “Push It to the Limit–Luxury And Lifestyle: A Rick Ross Auction” will take place on June 25 to 26. This two-day event is in honor of Black Music Month, inspiring future entrepreneurs and leaders to push their limits.
The auction company revealed Ross joined hands with The Creative Collective NYC for this event. It is the largest community dedicated to empowering Brown and Black creatives and entrepreneurs. A portion of the auction proceeds will benefit the organization’s Boss Up Grant Program. This will help creatives and hustlers with grants to accelerate their business initiatives and scale their operations.
The Creative Collective also provides resources and workshops for its community throughout the year. They hold Career Transparency Insights and free access to mental health services as well.
Providing the push that young hustlers need
Ross emphasized the importance of giving back to the hardworking individuals in communities who aspire to be and do better. The auction is a way to touch base with fans while honoring those who have supported him from the start.
“I looked around one day and marveled at how blessed I am,” he expressed. “I wanted to be a blessing to others and share some of the rarest luxuries with the world that I’ve collected throughout my career.” He added that Pharell Williams inspired him to do the auction to help the next generation of bosses.
“Through this charitable effort with The Creative Collective, [we] aim to provide entrepreneurs and young hustlers with the push they need to become legendary,” Ross further remarked. “We definitely wanted to do this ‘For the Love,’ and so the streets can forever have a piece of Ricky Rozay history.”
View the complete list of the Rick Ross auction here.
Banner photo via Instagram @richforever.
