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1996 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant #138
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This is an investment-grade copy of Kobe Bryant's iconic 1996 Topps Chrome rookie card (#138), graded Gem Mint 10 by PSA. As the premier rookie card from the inaugural year of Topps Chrome Basketball, this release established the chrome-technology benchmark for the modern sports card hobby. Achieving a Gem Mint 10 grade is difficult due to the set's high susceptibility to centering issues, surface scratching, and edge chipping. Out of all submissions received by PSA, only 840 examples have secured the Gem Mint 10 assessment.
Representing one of the most culturally significant basketball rookies ever produced, this card commemorates the start of Kobe Bryant's historic 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers. Bryant's legacy includes five NBA championships, two Finals MVPs, the 2008 NBA MVP award, and 18 All-Star selections, culminating in his posthumous induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2020. This card remains a cornerstone blue-chip asset for high-end sports card portfolios.Show more
$13,334
Sold on AuctionsAug 20, 2026
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