Current Prices
Raw
$1,200
PSA 8
$4,000
PSA 9
$12,000
PSA 10
$65,000
Prices updated May 2026. Based on recent eBay sold listings and market data.
Should You Grade This Card?
✅ Yes — potential profit of $63,770 at PSA 10
Raw value: $1,200
PSA 10 value: $65,000
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $63,770
Gem rate: 6.1% (1,100 out of 18,000 graded)
PSA 10 value: $65,000
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $63,770
Gem rate: 6.1% (1,100 out of 18,000 graded)
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About This Card
The Black Mamba's flagship rookie card. Kobe Bryant's Topps Chrome rookie is one of the most emotionally significant cards in the hobby, especially following his passing in 2020.
Grading Tips for Kobe Bryant
- Chrome surface from the 90s chips far more easily than modern chrome
- Factory roller marks are invisible to the eye but PSA catches them
- The refractor pattern shows every fingerprint and scratch
Grade Difficulty
hard1996 Topps Chrome is notorious for surface issues. The chrome coating chips easily and factory roller marks are common. Centering varies significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Kobe Bryant worth?
A Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome RC #138 from 1996-97 Topps Chrome (1996) is currently worth approximately $1,200 raw, $4,000 in PSA 8, $12,000 in PSA 9, and $65,000 in PSA 10. Prices vary based on condition, centering, and recent sales.
Is it worth grading Kobe Bryant?
Yes — a PSA 10 Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome RC #138 is worth $65,000, compared to $1,200 raw. After the $30 grading fee, the potential profit at PSA 10 is $63,770. However, the gem rate is only 6.1%, so use SlabReady to predict the grade before submitting.
What does PSA 10 Kobe Bryant sell for?
A PSA 10 Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome RC #138 currently sells for approximately $65,000. There are 1,100 PSA 10 copies in the population out of 18,000 total graded, giving it a 6.1% gem rate.
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