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Just plain awesome Jordan inserts that won't break the bank!

It's time for a celebration of some of the many just plain awesome Michael Jordan inserts that won't cost the world to add to your collection.
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This blog post is a pure celebration of some of the awesome Michael Jordan insert cards that you can typically add to your collection for between $10 and $50. They are all readily available on eBay however remain some of the most sought-after, standout cards for Michael Jordan cards collections.

These cards were all produced when Jordan was in his prime playing in the NBA which gives them the added appeal of the era. I am a big fan of the 90’s era so these cards really stand out for me.

TL;DR - just show me the Jordans!

A list of just awesome yet affordable Jordan inserts.

1993-94 Fleer Ultra Scoring Kings

No Michael Jordan cards collection is complete without this spectacular card. It is printed on lightning colored foil and features a gloss photo of Jordan screaming to a shot.

Typically available regularly on eBay you can pick it up for around the $50 mark.

Check for foil chipping on the edges and surface wear due to the foil also.

Michael Jordan Scoring Kings

93-94 Michael Jordan Scoring Kings
93-94 Michael Jordan Scoring Kings
One of the greatest Jordan cards of all time. An explosion of Jordan's aggression and purple tinged foil on the perfect background.

1993-94 Fleer Living Legends

This has to be one of the best ‘cheap’ Michael Jordan inserts that you can pick up readily on eBay. I often see this card sell for less than $10.

For a card from back in the day of Jordan’s reign featuring full gloss and full gold foil this is a deal you can’t miss!

As with all foil cards check for foil chipping on the edges and surface wear.

Michael Jordan Living Legends

93-94 Michael Jordan Living Legends
93-94 Michael Jordan Living Legends
Dual deep etched photos on star burst gold foil and readily available.

1992-93 Fleer All-Star Weekend

Ah - old school goodness. Doesn’t this card remind you of the early days of collecting?

This very nice card can usually be bought on eBay for around the $20 mark.

The 1992-93 Fleer All-Star Weekend cards are often badly off-centered and the blue border can easily chip so keep an eye out for that.

Michael Jordan All-Star Weekend insert

92-93 Michael Jordan All-Star
92-93 Michael Jordan All-Star
A vintage look with dual deep etched photos on this early Jordan insert.

1995-96 E-Motion N-Tense

This card, like the Jordan Living Legends, is an explosion of gold foil. This one tops it off with some very nice soapy styled foil in the lettering and texturing of the gold foil.

Not as easy to track down on eBay but still fairly common this card stands out in all great Michael Jordan card collections.

Edge chipping is the biggest problem for this card which can include the back.

Michael Jordan N-Tense

94-95 Michael Jordan N-Tense
94-95 Michael Jordan N-Tense
Bold, bright, embossed, stunning in hand 1994-95 insert featuring Jordan in the #45 jersey.

1993-94 Fleer Ultra Power In The Key

This post is turning into a bit of a celebration of 90’s foil Michael Jordan cards! The 90’s were a great period for foil and this card is no exception. Featuring textured and very colorful foil this one will stand out in your collection.

Commonly available for sale on eBay and often selling well below the $20 mark you can add this one very easily to your collection.

Edge chipping is the biggest problem for this card which can include the back.

Michael Jordan Power In The Key

93-94 Michael Jordan Power in the Key
93-94 Michael Jordan Power in the Key
A truly 90's styled insert with its bright, etched foil setting off a deep etched photo.

1992-93 Topps Stadium Club Beam Team

This nice Jordan insert is the first in the now famous and well re-used style for Topps Stadium Club’s Beam Team sets.

This card is also available in a Members Only version - for more information please see: What is the ‘Members Only’ Beam Team?

This card can suffer from poor centering and foil flaking in the ‘Stadium Club’ stamp just about Jordan’s name at the bottom.

Michael Jordan Beam Team

92-93 Michael Jordan Beam Team
92-93 Michael Jordan Beam Team
Released to coincide with Topps' NBA light shows 'Beams Above the Rim' and one of Jordan's first true chase inserts.
92-93 Michael Jordan Beam Team Members Only
92-93 Michael Jordan Beam Team Members Only
The 'Members Only' version of the 92 Beam Team Members as sold to TSC Members.

1993-94 Fleer Ultra Famous Nicknames

I think this card is cool. It is far from expensive or rare however it celebrates one of the most well know nicknames of all time. And the smashed backboard in the background is a nice touch!

I’ve seen some edge chipping but otherwise this card is generally in top condition.

Michael Jordan Famous Nickname

93-94 Michael Jordan Famous Nicknames
93-94 Michael Jordan Famous Nicknames
Paying homage to the world famous iconic 90's nickname: Air.

1992-93 Fleer Total D

I thought this would be a really nice card to finish off this blog post with. It is a vintage styled card featuring Jordan in his defensive duties as opposed to flying to the ring like we usually see on his cards. This card was available only in certain packs almost 20 years ago meaning it is a rare card to find in great condition.

It is relatively commonly available on eBay - just check the centering and chipping of the black bordered edges.

Michael Jordan Total D

92-93 Michael Jordan Total D
92-93 Michael Jordan Total D
The first insert focussing on Jordan's defensive capabilities.

I hope that I have inspired you to track down some great, albeit inexpensive, new Michael Jordan insert cards to add to your collection. I definitely think each of these cards from Jordan’s dominant era should feature in every Michael Jordan cards collection.

Check out my entire Buy Michael Jordan Cards section for a listing of all sorts of great cards to look into buying.

Happy collecting.