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What is the most expensive skin in Counter-Strike?

In the dynamic realm of Counter-Strike, skins aren’t just cosmetic enhancements; they’re coveted treasures that reflect rarity, craftsmanship, and exclusivity. Within this universe, certain skins transcend mere aesthetics, commanding staggering prices that elevate them to a status of legend. Let’s delve into the realm of opulence and unveil the five most expensive skins that adorn the inventory of fervent CS enthusiasts.

The most expensive Karambit

The Karambit Case Hardened Factory New StatTrak with Pattern 387 stands as a testament to the allure of craftsmanship and exclusivity. With a price tag of about 1,5 Million USD the Karambit Case Hardened with Pattern 387 is the most expensive Counter-Strike skin at the moment.

Karambit Case Hardened Pattern 387 Blue Gem

The one in a million AK Case Hardened

The AK-47 Case Hardened Factory New StatTrak with Blue Gem Pattern 661 is a masterpiece of rarity and allure. Its captivating blue hues and intricate patterns make it a crown jewel among collectors. With only one known to exist, its recent discovery after a decade of obscurity catapulted it into the annals of CS history, solidifying its status as an unparalleled artifact of rarity and prestige. The current buyout for this gem is set to two million dollars.

StatTrak AK-47 Case Hardened Factory New Pattern 661 - Blue Gem AK-47

Souvenir Dragon Lore Factory New

The Souvenir Dragon Lore Factory New stands as an emblem of prestige and opulence in the CS universe. Since the Cobblestone Collection is no longer part of the active map pool it gets more and more difficult to get a new Souvenir Dragon Lore making the prices rise constantly. Skins with signature stickers from popular players like Skadoodle or PashaBiceps tend to be even more valuable.

Souvenir AWP Dragon Lore Factory New Skadoodle PGL G2 Cloud9

Sport Gloves Vice

The Sport Gloves Vice are one of the most expensive pairs of gloves in Counter-Strike. With only about 140 of these available world wide it is a very rare item and therefore extremly expensive.

Sport Gloves Vice Factory New, most expensive Counter-Strike skins

Sport Gloves Pandora’s Box

Just like the Sport Gloves Vice the “Sport Gloves Pandora’s Box” are even less common with only 30 of them known to exist.

Sport Gloves Pandora's Box, most expensive Counter-Strike skins

While these five skins reign supreme in terms of price and prestige, it’s essential to acknowledge the existence of special collector’s items with even higher price tags. Holo stickers from the Katowice 2014 event, for instance, possess the power to elevate skins to unprecedented levels of luxury and exclusivity, further enhancing their allure and desirability.

Check out our article on the most expensive stickers in Counter-Strike for more insights on which stickers might increase your skins value dramatically.