Top Jordan cards
Futureman
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Which Michael Jordan cards would be considered the to be the top 5 or 10?
Right now I'm reading a great book about Jordan, "Playing For Keeps" by David Halberstam. I grew up watching Jordan, and was a Bulls fan (born in Chicago). I don't think I fully appreciated Jordan's greatness when he was playing. Reading the book has reminded me of how dominant he was, and provided some insight on his competitive nature. Anyway, I have a few Jordan cards, but none that I think are really nice. I'd like to collect a few nicer cards, because I enjoyed watching him play. Of course it's all a matter of personal taste, but I'd like to hear what other people think.
I imagine the rookie ranks at the top, and probably any number of autographs. Let's leave those out of the rankings, as I don't plan to go after any of those. Although I have a 1997 Legends autograph of Johnny Unitas, and have considered selling it to pick up a Jordan autograph (and maybe a Walter Payton). I know Jordan could sign a lot, but it doesn't seem like he does. Even if he signs 23 cards for every Upper Deck set, over time that still won't be as many as others out there, and the demand is higher than almost any other athlete. I can't see Jordan going broke and doing shows and his autograph becoming widely available. (The book has mentioned Jordan being keenly aware of his image, and a savvy businessman.)
Anyway, as far as some of the top cards I can think of (not in any order):
-1987-88 Fleer (2nd year card): a decent looking card, and probably the closest I'll ever get to a rookie.
-1988-89 Fleer: an action shot of Jordan
-1994-95 Finest Refractor: I know, I know, these (all of the Jordan cards I guess) are shiny and modern, but I think it's a cool looking card. He's in the #45 jersey in this one.
-1993-94 Finest Refractor: Jordan dunking.
-1995-96 SP Holoview: I already have this one. I think it's a cool looking card. It's a good picture, and the holoview in the background reminds me of his SI Sportsman of the Year cover.
What about everyone else?
Right now I'm reading a great book about Jordan, "Playing For Keeps" by David Halberstam. I grew up watching Jordan, and was a Bulls fan (born in Chicago). I don't think I fully appreciated Jordan's greatness when he was playing. Reading the book has reminded me of how dominant he was, and provided some insight on his competitive nature. Anyway, I have a few Jordan cards, but none that I think are really nice. I'd like to collect a few nicer cards, because I enjoyed watching him play. Of course it's all a matter of personal taste, but I'd like to hear what other people think.
I imagine the rookie ranks at the top, and probably any number of autographs. Let's leave those out of the rankings, as I don't plan to go after any of those. Although I have a 1997 Legends autograph of Johnny Unitas, and have considered selling it to pick up a Jordan autograph (and maybe a Walter Payton). I know Jordan could sign a lot, but it doesn't seem like he does. Even if he signs 23 cards for every Upper Deck set, over time that still won't be as many as others out there, and the demand is higher than almost any other athlete. I can't see Jordan going broke and doing shows and his autograph becoming widely available. (The book has mentioned Jordan being keenly aware of his image, and a savvy businessman.)
Anyway, as far as some of the top cards I can think of (not in any order):
-1987-88 Fleer (2nd year card): a decent looking card, and probably the closest I'll ever get to a rookie.
-1988-89 Fleer: an action shot of Jordan
-1994-95 Finest Refractor: I know, I know, these (all of the Jordan cards I guess) are shiny and modern, but I think it's a cool looking card. He's in the #45 jersey in this one.
-1993-94 Finest Refractor: Jordan dunking.
-1995-96 SP Holoview: I already have this one. I think it's a cool looking card. It's a good picture, and the holoview in the background reminds me of his SI Sportsman of the Year cover.
What about everyone else?
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I know basketball isn't as popular as football or baseball, but this guy is the Babe Ruth of basketball (and arguably more popular on a larger scale).
1. 1986 Fleer - no brainer
2. 1984 Star - used to be his most desired card before the slew of reprints and counterfeits
3. 1996? Borderless refractor - these caused quite a stir as an unannounced parallel
4. 1997 Ultra Masterpiece - there was once a $40,000 bounty for this card
5. 2003 Exquisite dual logo with Kobe - sold for some ungodly amount, supposedly back to Upper Deck
As for cards that are actually possible to collect, I'd probably say the first 4 years of Fleer base singles, and the rookie sticker.
Joe