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Plaxico Burress's Super Bowl Ring Sells for $280,600

2/24/2025

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Summary

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Plaxico Burress's Super Bowl XLII ring fetched an impressive $280,600 at Heritage Auctions, ranking as the second-most expensive Super Bowl ring in history. This ring symbolizes Burress's unforgettable game-winning touchdown against the Patriots in 2008. Despite a $30 million NFL career, financial hardships prompted the sale of this cherished piece of sports history.

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Historical Context

Plaxico Burress's Super Bowl XLII ring sold for $280,600, marking it the second-most expensive in history. This echoes the Giants' stunning 2008 upset over the undefeated Patriots. That game featured the legendary "Helmet Catch," solidifying its place in NFL lore and Burress's career as a pivotal moment.

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Story summary

Plaxico Burress's Super Bowl XLII ring fetched an impressive $280,600 at Heritage Auctions, ranking as the second-most expensive Super Bowl ring in history. This ring symbolizes Burress's unforgettable game-winning touchdown against the Patriots in 2008. Despite a $30 million NFL career, financial hardships prompted the sale of this cherished piece of sports history.

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