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1996 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant #138
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This 1996-97 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #138 is graded BGS 8.5 NM-MT+, featuring subgrades of 8.5 for Centering, 9 for Corners, 8.5 for Edges, and 8.5 for Surface. As a hallmark rookie card from the inaugural year of the Topps Chrome basketball line, this issue is historically condition-sensitive, frequently prone to surface scratching and greening over time. The Beckett population report lists 915 examples at this NM-MT+ grade level, making it a key acquisition for collectors seeking a well-preserved copy of Bryant's most significant base rookie card.
Captured during his freshman season with the Los Angeles Lakers, the card depicts the future Hall of Famer driving to the hoop against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Bryant's legendary 20-year career included five NBA championships, two Finals MVPs, the 2008 regular-season MVP award, and 18 All-Star selections. This landmark debut-year product remains one of the definitive symbols of the 1990s basketball card era, representing the arrival of one of the game's greatest icons.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsAug 20, 2026
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