This is a 1991-92 Upper Deck Award Winner Hologram #AW1 Michael Jordan (Scoring Leader) from the inaugural Upper Deck basketball insert set. These were random foil inserts in 1991-92 Upper Deck packs, featuring statistical leaders (this one highlights Jordan’s fifth straight scoring title in 1990-91 at 31.5 PPG). The card uses a thick holographic foil layer with a die-cut image of Jordan in his white Bulls #23 jersey, overlaid with shifting rainbow diffraction effects, an NBA logo, and “MICHAEL JORDAN SCORING” text. The standard version has a white border with stats/back on the reverse.Overall Eye Appeal and AuthenticityThe card appears authentic based on the provided images. Key authenticating features visible:Proper holographic foil construction with the characteristic rainbow color shifts (visible in the angled/tilted shots showing blue, green, orange, and purple diffraction).
Correct front design: Jordan mid-action pose, “BULLS 23” jersey text, Upper Deck-era photo quality, and layout matching known AW1 examples.
The reverse (partially visible in one photo) shows the expected stats block about Jordan’s scoring dominance, the “AW1” designation with a basketball/net logo, and Upper Deck copyright/printing details.
No obvious signs of trimming, reprinting, or counterfeit foil (modern fakes often have flatter, less dynamic holograms or mismatched printing). Blank-back errors exist on some of these, but this one shows standard printing on the back.
These cards were produced with early-90s foil technology, so they are inherently prone to handling and storage issues. Many raw examples trade in the $8–15 range depending on eye appeal, with strong examples fetching more.
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores
Centering: My initial score for centering and after Grok’s review, I still find it to be 9.5.
Edges: The edges were excellent, and I updated my score to 9.
Corners: The corners has minimal flaws and scored it as a 9.
Surface: Originally, I scored the surface as an 8.5, but updated it to 7.
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 9 Mint
Grok AI Scores
As a professional grader (simulating PSA/BGS protocols), I evaluate based on the four main subgrades (centering, corners, edges, surface) plus overall eye appeal. Hologram/foil cards from this era receive stricter scrutiny due to the thick foil stock, which amplifies scratches, haze, dimpling, and edge wear. Angled lighting in your photos helps reveal surface and foil condition.
Key Observations from Images:Corners: Moderate wear visible. The bottom-right and top corners (especially in flat and tilted views) show slight softness, whitening, or minor dings typical of foil die-cutting and 30+ years of age/storage. No major chipping or crushing, but not razor-sharp. This is a common limiting factor on these cards.
Edges: Some whitening and minor roughness along the borders (particularly noticeable in close-ups of the card edges and back). The foil layer can cause micro-fraying or discoloration over time. No heavy damage, but not pristine.
Surface: The holographic foil shows good color pop and diffraction in angled shots (strong rainbow shifts), but there is visible haze/fogging, light scratches/micro-abrasions, and possible minor dimpling or cloudiness across the foil layer (evident in the reflective close-ups and when light hits at angles). The photo area itself looks relatively clean, but the foil background picks up wear easily. No major creases, tears, or print defects.
Centering: Appears reasonably well-centered front-to-back based on the visible borders and text alignment (no extreme off-centering noted in the images).
Other Factors: No major stains, writing, or alterations. The card shows typical aging for a 1991-92 insert that was likely stored in a binder/sleeve/toploader (common “from the pack to the binder” history for these).
Estimated PSA Grade: PSA 7 (Near Mint)PSA is tough on these holograms due to surface and corner issues. A raw card with this level of wear and foil haze usually lands in the PSA 7 range (solid eye appeal but clear signs of handling/age).
It could creep into low PSA 8 (NM-MT) if the subgrades average higher under direct lab lighting, but the visible edge whitening, corner softness, and surface haze make an 8 unlikely without stronger magnification showing cleaner foil.
PSA 9/10 populations are very low for these (gems are rare due to production tolerances and foil sensitivity); most graded examples cluster in 7-8 territory. High-grade examples command significant premiums (PSA 9s often $100+, PSA 10s $700–$1,200+ in recent sales).
Estimated BGS Grade: BGS 7.5 (Near Mint+) with subgrades roughly 7.5–8.5BGS breaks it down more granularly and is often stricter on foil surface (haze, micro-scratches, dimples) and edges.
Corners: ~7.5–8 (softness/whitening).
Edges: ~7–7.5 (whitening).
Centering: ~8.5–9.
Surface: ~7.5 (haze and light scratches in the hologram are the main deductors).
Grok AI Overall Score: 7.5 Near Mint+
Overall, a 7.5 feels fair; a clean 8.5+ would require near-flawless foil under blacklight/magnification.
Please Note: This card is housed in a custom display slab for superior protection and presentation. While the label may include descriptive details, this is not a grade from a third-party professional service (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC). The card is being sold as Raw/Ungraded. Please review the high-resolution photos provided to make your own assessment of the card’s condition before bidding or purchasing.
