Certificate #78855C7D8BB6 · Basketball

Michael Jordan

Skybox NBA Hoops · #1 · 1997

8.0 TCGAI Score

Near Mint-Mint Hold

Hold. Often worth as much raw. Keep it or sell it raw.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Graded by Duncan Elliott · Apr 9, 2026 · 353 views

Condition report

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

Sub-grades are not available for this certificate.

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 8

$51.62

$32.50 – $75.00 · 4 sales

Raw, ungraded

$4.83

$0.99 – $14.95 · 19 listings

Grading premium

+969%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade	Average	Range and sales
Raw	$4.83	$0.99 – $14.95 · 19 listings
Grade 5	$18.97	$17.95 – $19.99 · 2 sales
Grade 7	$63.00	$40.00 – $89.00 · 3 sales
Grade 8 This card	$51.62	$32.50 – $75.00 · 4 sales
Grade 9	$69.00	1 sale
Grade 10	$119	1 sale

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 6/10

Recent sales show price fluctuations but no strong upward momentum in post-2025 data; tied to broader vintage Jordan interest.

Next months. Stable with minor volatility from low-volume sales

Long term. Modest appreciation driven by nostalgia, unlikely to explode due to print volume

History

Michael Jordan is widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, a Chicago Bulls legend who won six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and revolutionized the sport with his athleticism, scoring prowess, and global cultural impact during the 1990s dynasty era.

1997-98 Skybox NBA Hoops set, released in 1997 as part of the HOOPerstars insert series highlighting league leaders.

This card is #1 from the HOOPerstars subset, a premium insert celebrating top performers like Jordan as a league scoring leader.
1997 Hoops set is notable for its massive print run and innovative inserts amid the junk wax era.
Jordan's 1997 season featured his fifth championship and fifth Finals MVP.

Rarity and print run

Tier: Rare
Print run: Medium
First printed in: 1997-98 Skybox NBA Hoops HOOPerstars
Demand: Medium
Supply: Medium

HOOPerstars insert from oversaturated 1997 set but short-printed subset
One of 10 tracked Jordan variants in set
Condition-sensitive glossy finish reduces high-grade supply

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues common in 1990s inserts, edge chipping, surface scratches from wax pack pulling, and print defects on glossy stock; corners prone to dings.

Storage. Use semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environment; avoid direct light to prevent fading.

Authenticity. Verify Skybox hologram and UV print patterns; check card stock thickness and font alignment against authentic scans; professional grading by graded/graded recommended for high value.

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

Card details

Name: Michael Jordan
Game: Basketball
Set: Skybox NBA Hoops (HOOPS/1/'97-98)
Number: 1
Year: 1997
Rarity: League Leader
Language: English
Manufacturer: Skybox
Illustrator: N/A
Identification: Matched on eBay
Certificate: #78855C7D8BB6
Graded on: Apr 9, 2026
Views: 353

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