1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

[CTjerseys1964]

Just to clarify I checked the BULLS on the jerseys and it is def not nearly as thick as the numbers on the jersey...not knowing a lot about basketball jerseys it would appear that the BULLS is screened on and the numbers are heat pressed vinyl based on the feel and thickness of both

[CTjerseys1964]

Last post on heat pressed or screened..lol...it is very hard to tell other than the BULLS does not appear to feel as thick as the numbers on the jersey...hope that helps

[Phil316]

The only way you can view it most likely is through worthpoint. I have provided the link.

http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedi...game-206063773

Also here are the pictures. You can clearly tell from the tail tagging that this is your jersey.

[Phil316]

Also from the pictures you posted it looks like the jersey has been washed/roughed up since it was sold back in 2011.

[Phil316]

Here is the screen capture in case you cannot view it.

[Takuleechch]

How can you tell the difference between screen print and vinyl pressed?

[CTjerseys1964]

Thanks for the info...for what it is worth the individual I obtained this jersey from claimed he has had the jersey since the late 80's.....so go figure....again thanks for the info.....is it worth sending to MEARS to have authenticated...and would it at least receive an A5 grade?

[Phil316]

How can you tell the difference between screen print and vinyl pressed?

Screen printing prints a semi liquid plastic ink into the garment, which permeates the fabric. It is then Cured in extreme heat and becomes a solid. This is guaranteed to outlast any textile.

Vinyl is a sticker that is presses on with an iron or heat press. It is basically a sticker glued onto the shirt.

Vinyl is good for teams or sports mostly, a good Vinyl will last about 5 to 6 months of regular wear, where screen printing should in most cases last 2 to 3 years before any major changes, or 50 to 100 washes.

[Phil316]

Thanks for the info...for what it is worth the individual I obtained this jersey from claimed he has had the jersey since the late 80's.....so go figure....again thanks for the info.....is it worth sending to MEARS to have authenticated...and would it at least receive an A5 grade?

Just glancing at the price scale you would be looking at a minimum of 500.00 just to get it graded, probably more because it is Michael Jordan.

[Takuleechch]

Thanks for the info...for what it is worth the individual I obtained this jersey from claimed he has had the jersey since the late 80's.....so go figure....again thanks for the info.....is it worth sending to MEARS to have authenticated...and would it at least receive an A5 grade?

If it is indeed the game issued jersey and the "wear" is recent then why would you send it to Mears?