Certificate #C01AE4666806 · Basketball

Michael Jordan

Skybox · #41 · 1990

9.0 TCGAI Score

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Graded by Jeffrey Haines · Apr 5, 2026 · 377 views

Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check	Front	Back
Centering	9.5	9.5
Corners	9	9
Edges	9	9
Surface	9.5	9.5

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded 9

$53.47

$39.95 – $64.95 · 4 sales

Raw, ungraded

$3.77

$1.99 – $6.00 · 21 listings

Grading premium

+1318%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade	Average	Range and sales
Raw	$3.77	$1.99 – $6.00 · 21 listings
Grade 5	$19.49	1 sale
Grade 6	$21.16	$17.64 – $26.00 · 4 sales
Grade 7	$21.61	$15.00 – $27.95 · 8 sales
Grade 8	$31.04	$19.99 – $54.99 · 8 sales
Grade 9 This card	$53.47	$39.95 – $64.95 · 4 sales
Grade 10	$1,612	$1,423 – $1,800 · 2 sales

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 4/10

Consistent low-volume sales with minor fluctuations; high supply caps growth despite steady Jordan demand[1][4].

Next months. Stable low prices $3-6 raw/lower grades

Long term. Holds steady as affordable entry-level Jordan card, unlikely to rise significantly

History

Michael Jordan is the legendary Chicago Bulls guard, widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, known for six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and iconic 'Air Jordan' dunks that revolutionized the sport[1][3].

First released in 1990 as part of the 1990-91 SkyBox Basketball set, marking one of SkyBox's early premium hobby releases with glossy finish and innovative design[3].

This base card #41 gained cult status despite massive print run, with one YouTube-documented sale reaching $792 for a high-grade copy[3]
Not a rookie card; Jordan's rookies are from 1986-87 Fleer and Hoops[1]
Set known for high production volume, humorously called 'eight catillion' printed in collector discussions[3]

Rarity and print run

Tier: Common
Print run: Very High
First printed in: 1990-91 SkyBox Basketball
Demand: Medium
Supply: Abundant

Massive print run in flagship SkyBox set[3]
Over 30,000 graded copies per collector reports[3]
No inserts or variants boosting scarcity[1]

Collector notes

Condition. Check for edge chipping, surface scratches on glossy stock, centering issues common due to mass production, and print defects like color bleeding[1][3].

Storage. Store in semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to preserve gloss and prevent warping.

Authenticity. Verify SkyBox hologram if present, check font consistency and card stock thickness; fakes rare for commons but watch eBay for reprints; graded/graded grading recommended[1][7].

Sources: sportscardspro.com, collectibles.com, youtube.com, sportscardinvestor.com, shugarecords.com

Card details

Name: Michael Jordan
Game: Basketball
Set: Skybox (1990)
Number: 41
Year: 1990
Rarity: Common
Language: English
Manufacturer: SkyBox
Identification: Matched on eBay
Certificate: #C01AE4666806
Graded on: Apr 5, 2026
Views: 377

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