
This specific release was signed directly for Upper Deck under their exclusive contract oversight, completely bypassing standard un-signed retail channels. The item features the official factory-printed facsimile signature overlay on the front window, overlaid directly by the distinct, fluent hand-signed ink signature. An exceptional, high-tier centerpiece asset for Michael Jordan collectors, Chicago Bulls enthusiasts, and investment-grade basketball memorabilia displays.
Item Specifics & Authentication Metrics. Player / Athlete: Michael Jordan (Chicago Bulls #23). Release Year: 2008Authentication Framework: Upper Deck Authenticated (UDA) Factory Release. Database Registry Identification: Printed Serial Code String UDAG 3308. Security Features: Integrated Circular Window Tamper-Evident Witness Hologram.
Condition Grading & Packaging Structural Report. The inner Michael Jordan figure, hardwood-styled display base, and Upper Deck card inserts remain in pristine, untouched New Old Stock (NOS) factory-sealed condition. The hand-signed live autograph presents beautifully with clean, bold ink flow and zero fading or bleeding.
For absolute transparency and accuracy for sports memorabilia collectors, the brittle outer clear plastic clamshell packaging displays structural damage. There is a prominent hairline fracture crack split running from the center out to the right along the top header hanger slot tab.
Additionally, a small piece of the clear plastic bubble seam has cracked off on the lower right corner edge near the base rim. The remaining panels show minor, standard superficial surface shelf wear scuffs appropriate for a 15+ year old retail clamshell, with zero inner plastic crushing or card fading. Due to the premium collector value and brittle nature of the pre-existing plastic cracks on this autographed piece, it will be packaged with industrial-grade defensive care.
The entire clamshell package will be encased securely within multiple thick layers of high-density, shock-absorbing small-cell bubble wrap shielding to prevent any external shifting or linear friction rubbing.