Sorry ladies, I don't know how much they were. Looking at the sole, checking the size, I didn't see the price tag. They weren't my size, so didn't look any further--might be too heartbroken, KWIM...
I can't call the store right now to find out for you (still in the office), but here's NM's phone number: (949) 759-1900
I wonder if they make sure the shoes have been paid for prior to them being signed. I've noticed at book signings some people will take a book, get it signed, then put it back on the shelf--very odd!