MJ MONDAY: 1998 Skybox Premium 3Ds
This set contains 15 cards which were randomly inserted into Series One boxes at a rate of 1:96 packs (1:1,140 player pack odds).
The design of this set is extremely unique as it was the first year The Hobby was introduced to the "Cracked Ice" print technique. The front also features an abstract, almost Picasso like, color player image. Additionally, the players name is a small font in the upper left, the 3Ds text (Dominate, Determination, and Dunk) and two eye popping stats for each player…
For MJ it was 28.7 points and 38.8 minutes per game averages
Pippen has 19 points and 1.80 steals per game averages
And Rodman has 15.0 rebounds per game average and 1,201 total rebounds on the season.
The backs of each card feature the player's name, team logo, brief narrative about the player, and a color headshot.
These cards are extremely condition sensitive due to the full-bleed black background.
The combination of rarity and condition sensitivity, make high grade copies of these card into the thousands.
So, if you are looking for a beautiful late 90s insert set to chase, which combines a unique aesthetic and solid pack odds and, be sure to check out the 1998 Skybox Premium 3Ds set.
Happy MJ Monday!
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