1997-98 Upper Deck Michael Jordan 'The Business' Die-Cut Basketball Card

This is a 1997-98 Upper Deck basketball card featuring NBA legend Michael Jordan, specifically from 'The Business' subset (Card #B1). The card features a complex multi-layered design with a distinctive diamond-shaped die-cut center featuring Jordan in his white Chicago Bulls home jersey. The background consists of a dark, industrial metallic grey finish with his name 'MICHAEL JORDAN' vertically split and ghosted in large block letters. Notable features include red tactile vertical lines on either side of the center image and gold foil stamping for the 'Upper Deck' logo. The card is presented in a thick acrylic 'screw-down' style protective case, which was a common storage method in the late 1990s. Physically, the card appears to be in collectible condition, though the clarity is obscured by the light reflecting off the scratches on the plastic holder. The die-cut edges appear sharp based on visible contours. This insert set was known for its innovative use of textures and non-standard shapes, representing the high-end production quality of late 90s sports memorabilia. The card commemorates Jordan’s 'business-like' approach to the game during his final championship season with the Bulls.