This is a 1997-98 SkyBox Premium Michael Jordan #29 (base version). It features a dramatic, high-action dunk photo with a dark background and radiating light effect, holographic “PREMIUM” foil stamp (bottom-left), iridescent/holographic “MICHAEL JORDAN” name, and Chicago Bulls branding. The back includes a comprehensive career stats table through the 1996-97 season.
Professional Grading Assessment (PSA & BGS Style)SkyBox Premium cards from this era use thick cardstock with foil accents and glossy finishes, making them prone to edge wear, corner chipping, surface scratches on the hologram areas, and whitening. The provided images (front/back + multiple close-ups of edges, corners, surface, and hologram) show a solid raw example with good eye appeal but some typical handling marks for a late-90s premium card.
Estimated PSA Grade: 8 (NM-MT) to low 9 potential.
Likely a BGS 8–8.5 with subgrades mostly in the 8–9 range. These cards grade tougher than basic issues due to the foils and gloss.BGS-style subgrade breakdown (visual inspection):
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores
Centering: The centering is near perfect and received a 9.5 subgrade.
Edges: The left and right edges had wear and received a 7.5.
Corners: The corners had slight wear and scored a 8.5.
Surface: The surface was near perfect and received a 9.5.
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 9 Mint
Grok AI Scores
Centering (8.5–9/10): Very good. The photo, text, and borders appear well-centered with no major offset.
Corners (7.5–8.5/10): Sharp overall in most views, but close-ups show minor softening or light whitening on some points/edges (common on these thicker cards). No heavy dings.
Edges (8/10): Clean on the visible sides, though the white borders show faint wear or slight roughness under angle. No major chipping.
Surface (8–8.5/10): Strong gloss and hologram pop. Close-ups reveal light micro-scratches or haze typical of the foil elements, but no major creases, prints, or stains. The dramatic photo retains excellent clarity.
Grok AI Overall Score: 8-9
Overall Eye Appeal: High for the set — the dynamic MJ dunk shot and foil effects still look premium.Potential Issues Not Fully Visible: Holographic areas often hide fine scratches under specific lighting; blacklight or loupe inspection could reveal more.Rarity and Market ContextPrint Run: Base card from a premium SkyBox product — not low-numbered, but the set included scarcer parallels like Golden Touch, Star Rubies (/50 or less), Thunder & Lightning, etc. The base #29 is the most accessible MJ from the release.
PSA Population: Moderate — several hundred graded, with PSA 9s and 10s existing but not abundant (exact pop for base #29 shows PSA 10s are scarce and command premiums). High grades are tougher due to foil sensitivity.
Value (approximate, 2026 market):Raw: $12–$30+ (strong eye appeal examples higher).
PSA 8: ~$25–$40.
PSA 9: ~$80–$100+.
PSA 10: $300–$1,000+ (rare GEM examples).
Interesting Details:Part of SkyBox’s 1997-98 Premium series, known for innovative photography, thick stock, and foil enhancements that captured the late-90s hobby boom.
Features one of MJ’s iconic high-flying dunk poses, emphasizing his athletic prime during the Bulls’ second three-peat era.
The back stats highlight his dominance from 1984 onward. These cards were positioned as “premium” collectibles with better production quality than base sets.
Popular with Jordan completists; parallels like Star Rubies are ultra-rare and valuable, making the base a more affordable entry point into the set.
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.
