1992-93 Topps Archives Michael Jordan #52
Michael Jordan · Topps · Base / Archive Insert
Player
Michael Jordan
Set
1992-93 Topps Archives (1984 Design)
Year
1992
Card #
#52
Condition Grade
CSG 8 NM-MT (Subgrades: Centering 7.5, Corners 8, Edges 8.5, Surface 8.5)
Category
Base / Archive Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong - Michael Jordan base and archive cards remain staple items for basketball collectors and often see high volume on secondary markets.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$25.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
CSG 8: $45-60; PSA 8: $65-85; PSA 9: $150-180
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for PSA 8 versions range from $70-$90; CSG 8s typically sell between $45 and $60 depending on the current market and subgrade visibility.
Description
This is a 1992-93 Topps Archives card featuring NBA legend Michael Jordan. The card utilizes the iconic 1984 Topps baseball design, characterized by a large vertical 'BULLS' team name on the left and a circular/square secondary portrait photo in the bottom left corner. Jordan is shown in a classic airborne dunking pose wearing his signature red Chicago Bulls jersey. This specific card has been professionally graded by CSG (Certified Sports Guaranty) and is encased in a protective slab.
Key Features
Features the 1984 Topps Rookie style design; part of the high-demand 1990s Jordan era; high eye appeal due to the nostalgic baseball cross-over design.
Authenticity Indicators
Encapsulated by CSG with a valid certification number. Authentic cards have sharp typography and high-resolution photo quality characteristic of early 90s Topps printing. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
The primary defect is centering, graded at 7.5, which is visibly shifted toward the left border. The corners show slight touches (graded 8), and the surface has minor imperfections preventing a Mint grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the gold standard for this card due to high traffic; COMC is excellent for graded cards of this type; Facebook Basketball Card groups for quick sales.
Selling Tips
Highlight the '1984 Rookie Design' in the listing title to attract collectors looking for that specific aesthetic. Use clear photos of the CSG label and subgrades. Price competitively against PSA 8 equivalents, though CSG usually carries a slight discount compared to PSA.