1994 Upper Deck Michael Jordan / Frank Thomas 'Chicago's Finest' #CF1
Michael Jordan and Frank Thomas · Upper Deck · Insert / Dual Player / Michael Jordan Rookie Era Baseball
Player
Michael Jordan and Frank Thomas
Set
1994 Upper Deck Series 2 - Chicago's Finest
Year
1994
Card #
#CF1
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated. Observed centering appears shifted slightly top-to-bottom. Corners show minor softening. Surface shows significant 'fading' or silvering of the holographic foil typical of this era.
Category
Insert / Dual Player / Michael Jordan Rookie Era Baseball
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Strong. Michael Jordan baseball cards remain a staple of the hobby, and his pairing with Frank Thomas makes this one of the most desirable 'Chicago' themed cards of the 90s.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $45-60, PSA 8: $90-110, PSA 9: $250-300, PSA 10: $1,200+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $18.50 to $28.00. PSA 8 examples have recently settled around $100. PSA 10 examples are rare due to surface sensitivity and can command significant premiums.
Description
This iconic 1994 Upper Deck insert celebrates Chicago sports royalty, featuring 'The Big Hurt' Frank Thomas alongside Michael Jordan in his Chicago White Sox uniform. The card features a stunning horizontal layout with holographic etched-foil signatures and iridescent 'Chicago's Finest' lettering across the bottom. Michael Jordan is pictured following through on a swing, while Thomas is shown in a portrait-style headshot.
Key Features
Features the legendary Michael Jordan during his brief professional baseball career; paired with Hall of Famer Frank Thomas; iconic mid-90s holographic technology; major 'crossover' appeal for basketball and baseball collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The specific rainbow refraction of the etched foil and the card stock thickness are consistent with genuine 1994 Upper Deck production. This insert was part of a 10-card set found in Series 2 packs.
Flaws to Note
The holographic foil surface is highly susceptible to scratching and 'greying' or dulling over time (visible in the photo). Centering is slightly off. Softness is visible on the bottom-right corner through the top loader.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high traffic from both Jordan and Thomas player collectors. COMC is also a viable option for a fixed-price sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless the surface is pristine; 90s foil cards are notoriously difficult to grade and a mid-grade (PSA 6/7) often sells for less than the cost of grading plus the raw value. Use 'MJ Baseball' and 'Big Hurt' in the title to attract niche collectors.