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1997 Metal Universe Titanium Kobe Bryant #3
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An absolute masterpiece of 1990s basketball card design, this 1997-98 Metal Universe Titanium Kobe Bryant #3 is a premier addition for the most discerning collectors. Graded a breathtaking BGS 10 Pristine, this specimen features an incredibly strong subgrade profile with perfect 10s for Centering, Corners, and Edges, alongside a 9.5 for Surface. The Titanium insert set remains legendary for its complex die-cut borders and reflective, foil-patterned surfaces, elements that are notorious for showing wear and keeping the population of high-grade examples remarkably low. With a population of just 16 at this elite grading tier, this card represents the pinnacle of condition rarity from one of the most celebrated eras in hobby history.
As a five-time NBA Champion, 18-time All-Star, and one of the most culturally significant icons in global sports, Kobe Bryant's early-career inserts represent a blue-chip asset class in the sports card market. Captured in his iconic gold Los Angeles Lakers uniform during his second year in the league, this card showcases the budding legend in the form that would soon take over the basketball world. Combining an iconic aesthetic, supreme grading accolades, and the enduring legacy of the Black Mamba, this pristine collectible is a true cornerstone acquisition with immense long-term investment potential.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsAug 6, 2026
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