This is a 1998-99 Upper Deck MJ Living Legend Game Action insert (#G12), serial numbered 0167/2300. It belongs to the “Michael Jordan Living Legend” tribute series and features a dynamic action shot of Jordan (in his white Bulls #23 jersey) driving to the basket with intense expression, against a Lakers defender (#34) in the background.

The card includes a bold red-and-black vertical “MICHAEL JORDAN GAME ACTION” banner on the right, a holographic serial number strip at the bottom, an Upper Deck hologram foil at the lower left, and the red ribbed border design characteristic of this insert set. The back shows a clutch performance bio (referencing his 1984-85 rookie season game-winner vs. Indiana), another action photo, Chicago Bulls logo, and standard 1998 Upper Deck licensing info.

Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores

Centering: The centering is excellent and got a 9 subgrade.

Edges: There were a few imperfections and scored an 8.

Corners: The bottom right corner has some wear and scored an. 8.5

Surface: Light wear resulted with an 8.5.

Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 8.5 Near Mint-Mint+

Grok AI Scores

Front Overall: Strong eye appeal with vibrant colors, sharp action photo, and intact holographic elements (serial number “0167/2300” and Upper Deck logo). The card has a premium, thick cardstock feel typical of late-90s Upper Deck inserts.

Corners: All four corners appear sharp with minimal to no whitening or softening. The bottom-right and top corners show no visible dings under the provided lighting. This is a strong point.

Edges: The red ribbed borders (a design feature) show very light handling wear and minor surface scuffing/friction marks, especially noticeable along the right vertical banner and bottom edge in close-ups. The white/silver edges are clean. No major chipping or dents.

Centering: Excellent — the image and text elements are well-aligned front and back (well within PSA 9–10 tolerances). The serial number strip is properly placed.

Surface: Good gloss overall, but the holographic/foil areas (serial number and Upper Deck logo) exhibit light scratching and wear, common on these cards due to the reflective materials. The main photo has faint surface rubs/scuffs (visible in angled light on the basketball and Jordan’s arm). No creases, heavy scratches, or print defects. The red border shows typical minor rub-off or handling marks.
Back: Clean with sharp text and photo. No staining or major wear noted.

Authenticity: All elements (holograms, printing quality, serial numbering format, and ribbed border) match known examples of the 1998-99 Upper Deck Game Action /2300 series. No signs of trimming, recoloring, or alteration.

Common issues for this set include wear on the holographic surfaces, ribbed border scuffing, and light edge friction from the thick stock. Your card avoids major defects but shows the typical light handling marks expected on a raw insert from this era.

Grok AI Overall Score: 8.5 Near Mint-Mint+

PSA: PSA 8 (NM-MT) to a possible PSA 8.5–9 (Mint).

Corners and centering are excellent. Surface and edges (particularly the ribbed borders and holograms) are the limiting factors due to minor scuffs and wear. These cards are tough to grade ultra-high because of the foil/holographic elements and border design. PSA 10s are rare in the Game Action series overall (low population for high grades across the inserts).

BGS: Likely BGS 8–8.5 overall.
Sub-grades estimate: Corners 9–9.5, Centering 9.5, Surface 8–8.5 (hologram wear), Edges 7.5–8 (ribbed border friction). BGS is stricter on holographic surface and border details, so it may not reach a full 9 without near-pristine foil.

This aligns with market comps for similar /2300 Game Action Jordans, where raw or mid-grade examples are common, and higher grades command premiums due to the limited serial numbering.

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.