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This is a 1999-00 Upper Deck Encore Jamboree #J1 Michael Jordan (Holo/Foil parallel). It is part of the short-print Jamboree insert set from the Upper Deck Encore release, which features premium action photography, bold graphics, and holographic/foil elements (this version is the sought-after holo foil parallel with radiant rainbow diffraction, red/black/purple foil accents, embossed "Encore" text, and "Air Force" curved lettering). Pop Report Overall Score 9.5: 2 Overall Score 9: 1 The front shows Jordan in a powerful dunk pose (white Bulls #23 jersey, green net highlight, arena background). The back includes bio text on Jordan’s early Slam Dunk Contest history (finishing second in 1985, winning in 1987 and 1988), a circular action photo, Chicago Bulls logo, and standard Upper Deck copyright/trademark info from 2000. Card number J1 designates it as the flagship Jordan in the insert set.Overall Eye Appeal and AuthenticityThe card appears fully authentic. Visible hallmarks include:Correct late-90s Upper Deck holographic foil technology with strong, shifting rainbow diffraction effects (green/blue/purple/orange highlights clearly visible under angled light in your photos). Proper design: "Encore" banner, "Jamboree" elements, photo selection, text placement, red foil stamping (Upper Deck logo on front), and back layout (including the bio paragraph and hologram stamp area) matching known #J1 Jamboree examples. No signs of trimming, counterfeiting, or alteration. The thick glossy stock and foil registration are consistent with 1999-00 Encore inserts. This parallel is scarcer than the base Jamboree cards due to the holo foil treatment, which adds premium eye appeal but also makes the card more prone to condition sensitivities (foil scratches, dimpling, edge wear, and surface haze). Raw examples in average condition typically sell in the $15–60 range depending on shine and eye appeal; stronger copies or graded ones scale higher.Professional Grading Analysis (PSA and BGS Standards)Late-90s/early-2000s Upper Deck foil/holographic inserts receive close scrutiny for surface (holo scratches, dimples, or cloudiness that rainbow effects can highlight), edges (whitening or roughness on the thicker stock), corners (softness/fuzz), and centering. Your images—including the flat front/back views, strong angled/tilted shots showing the vibrant holo pop, and macro close-ups of edges, corners, and foil details—reveal excellent overall vibrancy with some typical handling/age marks after 25+ years. Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores Centering: My score and Grok's score align at a 9.5 for centering. Edges: Our grades for the edges result being a 9. Corners: The corners are in excellent condition and scored a 9.5. Surface: The surface is solid and scored a 9.5. Crescent Vale Overall Self-Graded Score: 9.5 Mint+ Grok AI Scores BGS is particularly strict on late-90s/early-2000s foil/holo inserts due to surface and foil sensitivities. Centering: 9.0 – 9.5 Front image is well-framed within the borders and foil elements; back text and circular photo are evenly aligned with no major shift. Corners: 9.0 Corners appear mostly sharp in the macros, but late-90s thick/foil stock often shows subtle fuzz, micro-softness, or light whitening (especially noticeable on foil edges under close inspection). No major dings. Edges: 8.5 – 9.0 Foil edges show clean cuts overall, but macros reveal minor factory texture, possible micro-roughness, or slight chipping common to holographic cards. No heavy notching. Surface: 9.0 The holo rainbow shine is vibrant with good reflectivity and no major scratches or clouding visible in the provided angles. However, foil areas can hide micro-dimples, specks, or light lines that become evident under magnification/angled/black light. The embossed "Encore" and red foil accents look intact with no obvious lifting or heavy wear. Grok AI Overall Score: 9 Mint BGS Overall Grade Prediction: 9.0 Gem Mint 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.

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1999-00 Upper Deck Encore Jamboree Holo Foil Michael Jordan: Self-Graded Sports Cards 000098

1999-00 Upper Deck Encore Jamboree Holo Foil Michael Jordan: Self-Graded Sports Cards