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1996 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant #138
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This 1996 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant rookie card (#138) represents a landmark release in basketball card history, originating from Topps' inaugural basketball Chrome set. Graded NM-MT 8 by PSA, this card captures the Hall of Famer driving to the basket in his home Lakers gold uniform. The debut 1996 Topps Chrome issue defined the modern chromium era of the hobby, establishing a legacy of premium design.
While this base rookie card is not serial-numbered, its preservation is notable due to the era's severe condition sensitivity, including tendencies toward surface scratching and color fading. PSA has graded 1,420 examples at this NM-MT 8 level, with this card exhibiting strong centering, clean borders, and bright original colors. It remains an essential cornerstone of 1990s basketball collecting.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsAug 13, 2026
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