Michael Jordan
NBA Hall of Fame Shooting Guard and 6-time NBA Champion · Basketball - NBA
Chicago Bulls / Washington Wizards
Era
Modern / Late Career (Retirement Era - 2000s to Present)
Item Type
Limited Edition Signed Commemorative Print
Condition
Mint appearance; signature is bold with no fading; frame and matting appear professional which aids preservation.
Rarity
Moderate; while Jordan signs frequently for Upper Deck, his authentic signatures remain in high demand and short supply relative to market appetite.
Overall Assessment
This is a high-grade investment piece featuring a clean, aesthetically pleasing signature of the greatest basketball player of all time.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic (matching Upper Deck Authenticated standard); confidence level: 95%
Signature Style
Fluid, stylized full signature with characteristic high-looping 'M' and separated 'J' with a sharp descender.
Signature Characteristics
Strong horizontal flow, smooth pen speed without hesitation, characteristic loop on the 'M' and the sharp 'v' hook on the 'J'.
Ink & Medium
Gold paint pen on a high-gloss lithographic print; excellent vibrancy and opacity.
Item Description
A 16x20 or larger commemorative poster celebrating the 1998 NBA Finals (Bulls vs. Jazz), featuring 'The Last Shot' imagery and game scores.
Estimated Value
$3,000 - $5,500 (Market value highly dependent on Upper Deck Hologram presence)
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with 'UDA' session signatures from the 2010-2020 era; exhibits the refined 'executive' Jordan hand.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Upper Deck Authenticated (UDA) hologram; check for the 'M' height vs 'J' angle and the specific two-part flow.
Certification Recommendation
Upper Deck Authenticated (UDA) is the gold standard for Jordan; PSA/DNA or BAS for secondary market verification.
Red Flags
No significant red flags; the gold ink sits atop the gloss rather than soaking in, indicating genuine paint pen usage.
Provenance Notes
Collector should verify the Upper Deck COA card or hologram number in the UDA database for absolute confirmation.
Historical Context
Commemorates Jordan's 6th and final championship in 1998, widely considered the pinnacle of his career.
Market Trends
Jordan's market remains the most stable and appreciating in sports memorabilia, especially for 'Last Dance' era items.
Investment Potential
Excellent; MJ's premium signed items have consistently outperformed traditional stock market yields over the last decade.
Similar Autographs
LeBron James (UDA), Kobe Bryant (Panini), Scottie Pippen.
Display & Preservation
Display under UV-protective glass to prevent gold ink from oxidizing or fading; keep away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Michael Jordan has an exclusive signing contract with Upper Deck, making any non-UDA authenticated item highly scrutinized.