November Catalog Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/18/2012
The Athlete of the Century, the unquestioned greatest basketball player of all time. The most popular athlete on America for the past fifty years, and the man everyone 'wants to be like.' Now is a chance to own the shirt off his back, the most coveted of all modern basketball jerseys. The 1995-96 Season marked the first full season back with the Bulls for Jordan after his brief forray into baseball. Jordan Had another stellar year capturing the NBA MVP, the NBA All Star Game MVP, and the NBA Finals MVP. The Bulls won the first of their 2nd 'three-peat' championships this season. There is a signature on the reverse that could not be authenticated by PSA/DNA. Details of the jersey from Mears are as follows: "The front tail features a Champion size 46 tag as well as a Chicago Bulls Exclusive tag with “Body Length +3" tag. The word “Bulls” and number “23" are in tackle twill on the front. Jordan’s name is featured in tackle twill on the back along with his number “23". Finally, the key indicator of game issue vs. pro stock is the position of the JORDAN name on the reverse. Found 6" from the bottom of the neck is "JORDAN". This is correct for game issued/worn jereys. Jersey shows light and consistent wear.' Full LOA and worksheet from Mears with the iron clad grade of “A 10". Also includes letter of provenance from original owner. MEARS LOA and worksheet and additional images available for viewing at goldinauctions.com. Incredible jersey from a Championship year of the World's most famous athlete.