All of Michael Jordan’s signature sneakers over the years

The history of Michael Jordan's signature sneakers line dates all the way back to 1984, when Nike offered the young Bulls star a five-year deal worth $500,000 annually. Designed by Peter C. Moore, the original Air Jordan variant is still a hot item on markets around the globe, but you'd better bring your wallet.

In this piece, we'll take a look at how the now-famous line has evolved over the years. To date, Nike has released 34 installments of the Air Jordan.

H/T cardboardconnection.com for the shoe images.

Air Jordan I – “Notorious” – 1985

Air Jordan II – “Italian Stallion” – 1986

Air Jordan III – “Gotta Be the Shoes” – 1988

Air Jordan IV – “Taking Flight” – 1989

Air Jordan V – “The Fighter” – 1990

Air Jordan VI – “Promised Land” – 1991

Air Jordan VII – “Pure Gold” – 1992

Air Jordan VIII – “Strap In” – 1993

Air Jordan IX – “Perfect Harmony” – 1993

Air Jordan X – “The Legacy Continues” – 1994

Air Jordan XI – “Class Act” – 1995

Air Jordan XII – “The Dynasty Continues” – 1996

Air Jordan XIII – “Black Cat Pounces” – 1997

Air Jordan XIV – “Race Ready” – 1998

Air Jordan XV – “Speed of Sound” – 1999

Air Jordan XVI – “Marching On” – 2001

Air Jordan XVII – “Jazzed Up” – 2002

Air Jordan XVIII – “Last Dance” – 2003

Air Jordan XIX – “Full Flex” – 2004

Air Jordan XX – “Living Greatness” – 2005

Air Jordan XX1 – “Performance Luxury DNA” – 2006

Air Jordan XX2 – “Hit the Afterburners” – 2007

Air Jordan XX3 – “The Number of Greatness” – 2008

Air Jordan 2009 – “Beyond”

Air Jordan 2010 – “Full Speed Ahead”

Air Jordan 2011

Air Jordan 2012 – “Choose Your Flight”

Air Jordan XX8 – “Dare to Fly” – 2013

Air Jordan XX9 – 2014

Air Jordan XXX – 2016

Air Jordan XXXI – 2016

Air Jordan XXXII (32) – 2017

Air Jordan XXXIII (33) – 2018

Air Jordan XXXIV (34) – 2019

With an amazing 10 scoring titles, six championships and just as many Finals MVP Awards, Michael Jordan is recognized by many as the greatest athlete in NBA history. Even now, there are few who rival his mystique. And though he's no longer playing, the legacy he left behind continues to inspire young players around the globe.

So… which Air Jordan is your favorite of Michael Jordan's signature sneakers? We'll take the IX — an OG classic.