How much is a 1996 Kobe Bryant rookie card worth?
Below are the current SMR Price Guide value ranges for some of Kobe’s best rookie cards and some others that have been graded at the high end (8-10) by PSA (keep in mind the hot market means these prices may be obsolete by the time you read this): 1996-97 Topps Chrome #138: $400 – $3,000.
What Kobe Bryant cards are worth money?
13 Most Valuable Kobe Bryant Rookie Cards
- 1996 Topps Chrome Refractor #138.
- 1996 Skybox E-X2000 Credentials #30.
- 1996 Flair Showcase Legacy Row 0 #31.
- 1996 Finest Gold Atomic Refractor #269.
- 1996 Ultra Platinum Medallion #P52.
- 1996 Flair Showcase Legacy Row 1 #31.
- 1996 Flair Showcase Legacy Row 2 #31.
- 1996 Skybox E-X2000 #30.
Are Kobe Bryant rookie cards worth anything?
When it comes to value, the 1996-97 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant rookie card is in a class of itself. The vast majority of his other cards with the RC tag are still very afford despite his accomplishments and status as a basketball icon. A Black Label BGS 10 sold for $58,100 a couple of months before Bryant’s retirement.
How much is Kobe Bryant Topps Finest rookie card worth?
Kobe Bryant #74 1996 Finest
| Sale Date | Title | ▲ ▼ Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-08 | 1996-97 Topps Finest Kobe Bryant Rc #74 Los Angeles Lakers Rookie | $217.50 |
| 2021-11-07 | Kobe Bryant RC 1996-97 Finest #74 Lakers HOF Rookie GEM MINT 10 | $325.00 |
| 2021-11-07 | 1996 – 1997 Topps Finest Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers #74 Basketball Card #74 | $125.00 |
Are Kobe cards a good investment?
Kobe Rookie Cards: 2022 Prices The majority of HoF/HoF Trending cards are likely to provide a superior ROI when holding for the long-term (15 to 20 years). Kobe Bryant cards still have to be seen as one of the best long-term sports card investments in the entire hobby.
Are Kobe Bryant cards going up in value?
Kobe Rookie Cards: All-Time Highs A number of Bryant cards have sold for all-time highs over the last 18 months, fueled by increased interest in the hobby. Take the 1996-97 Topps Chrome Refractor, of which a rare BGS 10 copy recently sold for $1,795,800 in March 2021.
Are Kobe Bryant cards a good investment?
How many Kobe Bryant rookie cards were made?
16
Each of the 16 primary rookie cards for Kobe Bryant can be seen below. They are all traditional base offerings as autographed or serial numbered cards had not become common with rookie cards yet. When available, parallels are referenced for the rookies.
What is the rarest Kobe Bryant card?
While Kobe Bryant has Bronze, Silver and Gold versions in the base set, the Gold version is the rarest and it comes in three versions. First is the basic Gold Embossed die-cut card. Next is the Gold Refractor, which is numbered to 289 copies. The third card is the real prize.
Should I invest in Kobe Bryant rookie cards?
Even without legendary status, Kobe Bryant’s rookie cards would be worth owning. His list of accomplishments is awe-inspiring: 5 NBA Championships, 2 NBA Finals MVPs, 1 NBA MVP, 18 All-Star Games, 11 All-NBA First-Team honors.