1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

[Takuleechch]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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

[CTjerseys1964]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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?

[Phil316]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

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

I could not agree more.

[CTjerseys1964]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

The reason I asked about MEARS is that they could verify team issue A5..If they do does that help value of the jersey...and if it actually is the jersey from 2011 auction then if it indeed has been altered then that is not how it was represented to me in the trade.....it is the first basketball jersey I have had in a very long time, and based on comparisons I looked at in other auctions I thought it was worth trading for....especially a early Jordan jersey

[Takuleechch]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

The reason I asked about MEARS is that they could verify team issue A5..If they do does that help value of the jersey...and if it actually is the jersey from 2011 auction then if it indeed has been altered then that is not how it was represented to me in the trade.....it is the first basketball jersey I have had in a very long time, and based on comparisons I looked at in other auctions I thought it was worth trading for....especially a early Jordan jersey

Maybe you should contact the previous owner with the new info. Also maybe the original eBay seller.
If it was sent to Mears as is without letting them know this info and determined as used that would be a bit misleading in my opinion.

[Phil316]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

How much value in items did you trade away for the jersey would you say ?

I do not have a problem with the jersey itself possibly being team issued.

[CTjerseys1964]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

I traded out about $2500-$3000 for the jersey...and I sent an email to the person I traded with to inquire and ask more about the jersey...and sent him the worthpoint link....what are the concerns about it being team issued?

[Phil316]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

Like Lund6771 mentioned on page 1 about screened on compared to vinyl with regards to the "BULLS" across the front.

Like this jersey

http://sports.ha.com/c/item.zx?saleNo=7065&lotIdNo=129004

[nickacs]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

So I did some 5 mins looking on Gettys and found that just about every 1986/87 pic on there that shows Jordan in his road red jersey, has the NBA logo down actually past the bottom of the neck piping.
Here's some pics from Gettys (hope they come out!)







As far as the screened on/vinyl applied, I *think* this pic shows where you can clearly see the mesh holes in the black '23' on the back, especially where that small bit of flash hits the top/left of the '3'.
I think on your jersey, you can't see the mesh holes in the numbers, as if they were applied on top of the jersey?? Not sure, but just thought this pic may/may not help.

[CTjerseys1964]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

Appreciate all of the input on the jersey....I have no concerns with the lettering or numbers....screened or heat pressed vinyl...they aeem to be correct...and I sent pics to several collectors who agree...the Getty pictures to raise some concerns as the logo is def lower....that being said on two white jerseys from that year the logo is the same height as mine...one sold in GFC auction....I am not saying that the logo is correct on mine....I am satisfied that it is team issued, and worth what I traded for it....as with any jersey I wish there were zero issues or questions, and I appreciate all of the help.....as I did with the Fisk jersey that was purchased by a national dealer who saw it in person in his hands and was happy to purchase the jersey.

[CTjerseys1964]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

In response to being able to see mesh holes on the back number 23 they are clearly visible on the jersey, picture posted it is tough to see but you can clearly see them

[yanks12025]

Re: 1986/87 Jordan jersey..need opinions

So you sold the fisk jerseys as being used by him?