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This is a 1996-97 Upper Deck Collector's Choice "You Crash the Game" #C30 Michael Jordan (Chicago Bulls). It is a promotional insert card from the set featuring a redemption/contest element: if Jordan scored 30+ points during the specified week (April 14-20), holders could redeem it for a special prize card. This appears to be the standard/base version (purple design with gold foil "You Crash the Game" banner), not the rarer gold parallel. I evaluated it strictly from the six attached high-resolution images (full front, full back, and multiple close-ups of corners, edges, bottom banner, nameplate, and stats/foils). Assessment covers the standard PSA/BGS pillars: corners, edges, surface, and centering.Detailed Visual Analysis from Your ImagesCorners (all 4): Very sharp with minimal to no whitening or chipping visible in the bottom-right and top-left close-ups. Slight factory rounding typical of mid-90s UD stock, but no abuse or soft spots. Top corners look clean in the full front view. Edges: Clean and straight. The bottom gold foil banner and side edges show good integrity; minor typical handling wear but nothing significant (no dents, nicks, or discoloration). Surface: Strong overall. Front photo has good gloss and color pop with no major scratches, scuffs, or fingerprints visible. The gold foil "You Crash the Game" starburst and black bottom banner show nice shine without heavy scratching. Back text is crisp; the holographic/foil seal in the bottom-right is intact. Minor surface texture/handling marks are present but not distracting. Centering: Solid front-to-back and left-to-right. The player photo, nameplate, vertical stats bar, and back layout are well-aligned within the borders. No major bias. Overall eye appeal: Attractive mid-90s design with vibrant purple, strong MJ action shot, and promotional elements. Light wear consistent with a card from this era. Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores Centering: The centering was near perfect and received a 9.5. Edges: The edges were in excellent shape and received a 9. Corners: The bottom left corner had wear and this resulted in an 8 score. Surface: The surface was in excellent shape and received a 9. Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 9 Mint Grok AI Scores BGS is strict on foil wear and surface for these promotional cards.Centering: 9.0 (strong alignment) Corners: 9.0 (sharp but typical minor factory softness) Edges: 8.5–9.0 (clean with light handling) Surface: 8.5 (good gloss but minor texture/foil wear under magnification) Grok AI Overall Score: 8.5-9 BGS Overall: 8.5–9.0 (likely a strong 9 with one subgrade dip) These cards rarely hit pristine 9.5/10 due to the foil and thin stock.PSA GradePSA is more lenient on these inserts.PSA Grade: 8.5–9 (NM-MT to Mint) The card meets high standards for eye appeal and technical quality but may not reach a full PSA 10 due to minor surface/edge factors common to the issue. Your example looks above-average raw for this promotional card.Cross-Reference & Market DataPopulation & Values: These "You Crash the Game" cards were inserted in packs and tied to performance redemptions, so graded populations are lower than base cards. PSA 8–9 examples trade in the $15–$50 range raw-to-graded; higher-end PSA 9s/10s can reach $50–$450+ depending on the week variant and eye appeal (gold parallels command more). Recent comps show PSA 8 around $20 and PSA 9 near $50. BGS 9s are scarcer and premium. Common Issues: Foil scratching on the starburst banner, edge wear on the thin cardstock, and minor corner whitening. Your close-ups show better-than-average condition with strong gloss retention. Final Recommendation: This is a solid mid-to-high grade example of a fun, collectible MJ promotional card. It would slab well—BGS for subgrades (target 9.0) or PSA for a single number (strong shot at 9). https://www.youtube.com/live/oCSdrGmJi68?siNfbZ59i1qkAeu1KZ 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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1996-97 Upper Deck Collector’s Choice “You Crash the Game” #C30 Michael Jordan