Ring worn by Tupac Sold For $1M 

The legacy of Tupac Shakur, one of the most influential and iconic figures in the history of hip-hop, continues to captivate fans and collectors alike, even years after his untimely passing.

Nearly 3 decades after his death in 1996, a significant artefact, which happens to be a ring worn by the ‘Dear Mama’ rapper during his last public appearance at the MTV Video Music Awards in September 1996,  was sold at a staggering price of $1Million  in a high- profile auction, stirring a frenzy among music enthusiasts and memorabilia collectors.

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According to Sotheby’s auction house, the gold, ruby and diamond crown ring became “the most valuable Hip Hop artifact ever sold at auction. The ring features an inscription referencing Kidada Jones, the daughter of legendary composer Quincy Jones, who was engaged to Tupac at the time of his death.

Tupac’s godmother offered the ring for auction. She told Sotheby’s the ring was designed by the rapper himself and was made in New York City after he had just signed with Death Row Records. Before the auction, Sotheby’s had estimated the ring would sell for between $200,000 and $300,000.