Top 5 most expensive NFTs sold

Jim Haastrup
4 Min Read

In the world of NFTs or Non-Fungible Tokens, there are a few rare and valuable digital assets. These tokens are highly sought after by collectors and investors alike. In this blog post, we will look at 5 of the most expensive NFTs that have been sold. Each of these tokens is unique and has its own story behind it. So, without further ado, let’s get started!

  1. Dragon

Number five on the most expensive NFT sold list is the NFT known as Dragon. This token was sold for 260 ETH or $74,000. It is an ERC-20 token created by the team at GameCredits. The Dragon NFT is based on the famous Chinese game “Journey to the West.” Here, the players can earn Dragons to improve their status and power within the game. As you can imagine, these tokens are pretty rare and highly sought after by collectors.

  1. CryptoKitties

Number four on our list of the most expensive NFT ever sold is another ERC-20 token, but this one is from a much more well-known game. The NFT known as CryptoKitties was created by Axiom Zen and quickly became popular with players of the game. A few months after its release, “Kitty 0” was sold for 246 ETH or $117,712. This NFT can be used to create new kitties and is quite rare in itself because there are only four NFTs like it in existence today!

  1. CryptoBots

Next on the list is another NFT that has recently gained popularity within gaming circles. The token known as CryptoBots was created by Blockade Games and quickly became one of their most sought-after products. NFT, “Bot-13,” sold for 200 ETH or $113,000 back in November 2018 when it first reached market value (at the time). This NFT is based on the popular CryptoBots game and can be used to create new bots for the game.

  1. The Decentralized Library

Number two on our list is “The Decentralized Library.” The token, which goes by the name of “Library ERC-20”, was sold for 350 ETH or $164,000. It is unique because it allows users to store digital books and other content within its blockchain. As more people begin to use this library, the value of these tokens is sure to increase.

  1. CryptoKitties Sapphire

It’s time for numero uno NFT. The token “CryptoKitties Sapphire” went for a cool 400 ETH or $188,000. It is unique because it is the only CryptoKitty to be auctioned off for more than $100,000. As you can imagine, this token is highly sought after by collectors and investors alike!

So there you have it! The top five most expensive NFTs to be sold. Each of these tokens has its own story and value that sets it apart. Be sure to keep an eye out for future sales as the market for NFTs continues to grow!

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Jim Haastrup is a blockchain and technical writer at Voice of Crypto, where he covers cryptocurrency, NFTs, DeFi, GameFi, and the Metaverse. Before joining Voice of Crypto in 2022, he spent over three years as a senior technical writer across multiple blockchain projects, including Hashtoken, Naxar, and Bino, where he specialized in whitepapers, technical documentation, and content strategy for decentralized finance applications. Jim began his career as a junior technical writer at RM in Canada before advancing to lead technical writing roles at Bulltoken, a cryptocurrency crowdfunding platform in Norway. Throughout his career, he has authored more than 800 articles and collaborated with development teams to translate complex blockchain protocols into accessible content for diverse audiences including developers, investors, and crypto enthusiasts. His work spans ICO/STO/IDO research and analysis, cryptocurrency market trend forecasting, and social media management for crypto brands. Jim has helped numerous startups build their online presence through strategic content marketing, technical whitepapers, and pitch deck development. Jim graduated from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in 2021. Disclosure: No significant crypto holdings.