The most sought-after stickers in Counter-Strike can cost tens of thousands of dollars, making them incredibly expensive. As of 2024, these are currently the priciest stickers in Counter-Strike 2.
In addition to expensive weapon cosmetics, collectors of Counter-Strike are also highly interested in another item within the game’s extensive market and trading system: Stickers.
In Counter-Strike 2, previously known as CS:GO, stickers hold a unique position in the market. The price of a sticker is influenced by various factors, which we will discuss after examining the priciest ones.
There are a plethora of stickers in CS2, but some will cost thousands.
If you’re in search of the top CS:GO knives, we also have a comprehensive list available. Additionally, our list of the best CS:GO stickers offers affordable options that are sure to impress.
If you wish to purchase these costly stickers for yourself, they cannot be found on the Steam Market. Therefore, you will have to utilize a third-party platform such as Skinport, BitSkins, or CS.Money.
As of July 2024, these stickers are the most expensive ones in Counter-Strike.
Top 20 Most Expensive CS2 Stickers
20. Sunny (Gold) | Krakow (2017) – $1,900
The bright signature bearing suNny’s name adds to the value of this Krakow gold, making it one of the most expensive options currently available on the market. Furthermore, there are only 31 of these tradeable pieces.
19. iBuyPower Gaming Team at Katowice Esports Tournament (2014) – $2,400
The paper version of the iconic iBuyPower Katowice 2014 sticker has increased in value and is now worth over $3,000. While the holo version may be more recognizable to players, the paper version also looks impressive in CS2.
18. Titan at Katowice (2014) – $2,500
The paper version of the Titan sticker from Katowice 2014 is significantly less expensive than its holo version (see below), but it still costs over two thousand – just for a paper sticker! The iBUYPOWER and Reason paper stickers also come at a steep price of thousands.
17. Reason Gaming | Katowice 2014 – $2,800
Although this sticker may not appear remarkable, it is actually extremely rare and is the younger sibling of its even more expensive holographic version – as shown below.
3DMAX (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $3,600
Among the Kato 2014 holos featured on this list, the 3DMAX has surpassed the mousesports holo in value, possibly due to its versatility in various red patterns.
15. Ropz (Gold) | Krakow (2017) – $3,900
With a graffiti-like signature, Ropz’s Krakow Gold sticker commands a hefty price tag of over $4,000. Currently, there are less than 40 of these stickers available for trading.
14. Mousesports Holo Katowice 2014 Sticker Price – $4,200
The mouseports holo is frequently utilized in crafting projects inspired by the popular cartoon series ‘Tom and Jerry’, where it is typically paired with an iBUYPOWER sticker.
13. Virtus.Pro (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $4,900
Next up are the incredibly eye-catching Kato 2014 holos, featuring VP as the first one in the lineup. As a renowned team in CS:GO, this particular sticker is considered their most valuable in terms of cost.
12. Keshandr (Gold) | Krakow (2017) – $5,500
Despite never achieving superstar status in CS:GO, Keshandr’s Major signature has become a defining aspect of his career. Featuring a prominent shark, it is widely considered to be the most recognizable player signature in all of CS. In 2023, obtaining this signature from the major event will cost a minimum of $6,000.
11. Clan-Mystik (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $5,800
The Clan Mystik Holo, available in the EMS Katowice (2014) Challengers capsule, is slightly pricier than the NaVi Holo. The French team consisted of several well-known players, such as G2 Esports’ Kenny ‘kennyS’ Schrub.
Top Player: s1mple Wins Gold at Krakow 2017, Earns $6,500
Despite the simplicity of his signature, s1mple is widely regarded as the greatest CS:GO player of all time, which explains why his Krakow 2017 gold sticker is valued at over $5,000.
9. LGB Esports (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $7,000
LGB Esports emerged from the EMS Katowice (2014) Legends capsule, with a Holo sticker. The team consisted of key players who later formed the dominant Fnatic dynasty. Despite dominating their Group Stage matches, they were ultimately knocked out by the eventual champions, Virtus.Pro.
8. Born to Win (Holo) | Katowice (2014)
Despite being fresh out of the pricier EMS Katowice (2014) Challengers capsule, the Natus Vincere team suffered a disappointing last-place finish at this Major. However, there was one positive aspect as Ladislav ‘GuardiaN’ Kovács, one of Counter-Strike’s most iconic AWPers, made his Major debut at this event.
#7. HellRaisers (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $13,000
The HellRaisers Holo, which originates from the EMS Katowice (2014) Legends capsule, has made its way into the top 10. With its HR logo featuring flame decals, this Holo offers a strong contrast when applied to most weapon skins in the game.
Team LDLC’s (Holo) Performance at Katowice (2014) – $20,000
Despite the controversial storyline surrounding Team LDLC, their Kato 2014 sticker continues to hold a high rank. This may be attributed to the fact that one of their members, Hovik ‘KQLY’ Tovmassian, was caught cheating and subsequently received an indefinite Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC) ban after the Major. The team’s sticker can be found in the EMS Katowice (2014) Legends capsule, and is also known for its unique rainbow color effect.
5. Team Dignitas (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $23,000
The team representing Team Dignitas in the EMS Katowice (2014) Legends capsule consisted of all-Danish players. In preparation for EMS One, Nicolaj ‘Nico’ Jensen was replaced by René ‘cajunb’ Borg, forming a core group that would eventually become the renowned Astralis team.
4. Vox Eminor (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $40,000
The Australian VOX Eminor roster, led by the renowned player-turned-caster Chad ‘SPUNJ’ Burchill, was selected from an EMS Katowice (2014) Challengers capsule. Despite their unfortunate last-place finish, their sticker continues to be highly coveted in the game.
Reason Gaming (Holo) at Katowice (2014) – Prize Pool of $50,000+
Out of the “big three”, the Reason Gaming Holo is the most affordable option, but its appearance is still stunning. With a large holographic area and the iconic orange gradient and joystick outline in the center of the logo, many are eager to add this Holo to their collection.
iBUYPOWER (Holo) | Katowice (2014) – $60,000+
The iBUYPOWER Holo takes the number two spot, as expected. As most expensive stickers come with a backstory, it’s not surprising that this one stands out as the best.
This sticker, which is exclusively taken from the higher-priced EMS Katowice (2014) Challengers capsule, is the main cause of the significant increase in price for all Katowice (2014) stickers mentioned earlier. If you wish to acquire one, be prepared to pay around $20,000 for the capsule.
However, this incredibly impressive sticker is not the priciest one…
Titan’s Holo Sticker from Katowice (2014) – $60,000+
The last sticker to be released from the EMS Katowice (2014) Legends collection was the Titan squad from EMS One, which included the renowned Belgian Counter-Strike player, Adil ‘ScreaM’ Benrlitom. Despite the team’s disappointing 9th-12th place finish, this sticker is considered the best among all CS:GO stickers. Its vibrant blue color gives it a luxurious appearance, reflecting its high price.
The recent sale of a Titan Holo at a public auction was priced at $54,000 USD, which is lower than the generally accepted market value. This could suggest a potential decrease in Katowice 2014 prices.
Note: The prices are determined by the least expensive listings on marketplaces such as Buff163 and BitSkins, using Cantry.Dev.
Why Are CS2 Stickers Expensive?
Many stickers in Counter-Strike are available at a very affordable price, usually for less than a dollar. However, there are a few stickers that are highly sought after and rare, making them worth thousands of dollars.
Once a sticker is applied to a weapon, it cannot be removed and reused. Instead, the only option is to scrape it off, which results in the sticker being permanently deleted. As a result, certain old stickers will never be obtainable again, and each time one is applied or scraped off, the supply decreases.
Applying certain expensive stickers can cause a rise in the price of the weapon, although it also results in a decrease in the value of the sticker itself. The highest selling weapon skin in CS was an AK-47 adorned with four Titan Holo stickers.
The AK-47 Redline with four iBUYPOWER stickers is one of the most coveted skin/sticker combinations in the game.
Sticker Rarity
There are five categories of stickers in CS2, starting at High Grade and going all the way up to Contraband. While these classifications are generally accurate, there may be some exceptions, as will be discussed later on. The following are the available rarities:
- Blue (High Grade)
- Purple (Remarkable/Holo/Glitter)
- Pink (Exotic/Foil)
- Red (Souvenir/Gold)
- Gold (Contraband)
In our guide for the most expensive skins, we made reference to the Howl, which is the sole contraband skin. Similarly, there exists only one sticker that falls under the category of ‘Contraband’, known as The Howling Dawn. Valve altered a previously plagiarized design and elevated its rarity to a newly introduced classification, appropriately named Contraband.
In summary, these are the most costly stickers in the history of CS2 and CS:GO. Although Katowice (2014) stickers still hold the top spots, the Krakow 2017 Golds are gradually rising in the rankings.
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