Chicago Bulls home jersey produced for use by Michael Jordan during the 1996-97 season. This jersey was never worn by Jordan, but the reason he never wore it is directly related to its provenance. The jersey has been consigned directly by the former Manager of Team Operations for Champion, the company that produced the uniforms for the Bulls. As he explains in his accompanying letter of provenance, the NBA requested Champion to make additional jerseys for Jordan, in the event that one was lost, stolen, or damaged. This is one of those extras, that was held by our consignor at the Champion facilities. After the season, when it was no longer needed, he retained it as a souvenir, and it has been in his possession since that time. It must be noted that the offered jersey is identical to the ones worn by Jordan during the 1996-97 season, making it an affordable example for budget-conscious Jordan collectors.

 The black mesh pinstripe jersey is lettered "Bulls" across the front and features the number "23" on the front and reverse. "Jordan" is lettered on the reverse above the number. All letters and numbers are applied in red-on-black-on-white tackle twill. Located on the left front tail are a "Champion 46" label and a second "Champion" label that reads in part "96/97 Designed & Tailored Exclusively for Chicago Bulls Body Length +3." The jersey is original as issued and shows no use. Together with a letter of provenance from the consignor.