1992 Upper Deck Ball Park Franks Michael Jordan #22 (Jumbo/Oversized)
Upper Deck / Ball Park Franks (Hygrade Food Products) · Collectibles & Antiques > Sports Memorabilia > Trading Cards
Era / Decade
Early 1990s (1992). Dating clues: The Upper Deck logo style from that era and the specific promotional partnership with Ball Park Franks.
Material
Printed cardstock with a glossy finish. This is a "jumbo" or "oversized" card, significantly larger than a standard 2.5x3.5 trading card.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The card is still in its original thin plastic cellophane wrapper (factory sealed), which is a positive for authenticity. However, the wrapper is very wrinkled which can put pressure on the card edges. The centering looks slightly heavy toward the bottom.
Demand Level
Moderate. Michael Jordan items always have a floor of interest, but jumbo cards are less liquid than standard thickness cards because they are harder to store/display.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$10.00 - $30.00 (Low: $10 raw/loose; Mid: $20 factory sealed; High: $100+ if professionally graded PSA 10).
Estimated Retail Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (This was a promotional item included in packages of Ball Park Franks hot dogs and was not sold separately at retail).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay 'Sold' listings show factory-sealed copies consistently moving for $15-$25. Ungraded copies out of the wrapper sell for $5-$10, while PSA 9 graded copies can fetch $60-$80.
Description
This is a vintage 1992 Upper Deck Michael Jordan jumbo trading card, produced as a limited promotion for Ball Park Franks. The card features a profile shot of Jordan in his red Bulls jersey with a gold pebble-grain border and 'MICHAEL' vertical text. This specimen is still in the original factory plastic cellophane. Measuring approximately 3.5" x 5", it is an iconic piece of 90s 'Junk Wax' era promotional memorabilia.
Key Features
Michael Jordan's high marketability, factory sealed status, Upper Deck brand recognition, and the unique crossover appeal of a food-brand promotion (Ball Park Franks).
Authenticity Indicators
Upper Deck holographic logo on the bottom left and the 'Ball Park' brand logo on the top right. Standard 1992-style printing dots. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
The original cellophane is heavily wrinkled/clouded which makes inspection of the surface difficult. Potential 'edge whitening' or corner dings hidden by the wrapper. Centering is imperfect.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this item to reach sports card collectors. Local Facebook Marketplace groups for sports cards are also viable to avoid shipping risks.
Selling Tips
Use keywords: '1992 Upper Deck Michael Jordan Ball Park Franks Jumbo Promo Factory Sealed'. Do not remove it from the plastic; collectors prefer the original seal even if it is wrinkled. Shipping requires a rigid 'top loader' or heavy cardboard to prevent bending.