PSA 9
Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Lakers
ROOKIE CARD
Basketball · Rookie Card
Kobe Bryant
1996 Topps Chrome Basketball #138
Los Angeles Lakers
Market value · PSA 9
$1,850
▲ +8.4% (30d)
Range: $1,500 – $2,200
Price snapshot · PSA 9
Last sale
$1,850
30d change
+8.4%
30d high
$2,200
30d low
$1,500
Sales (30d)
14
Pop report
PSA 9: 1,820 · PSA 10: 148
12-month price history · PSA 9
Recent sales
eBay
Apr 29, 2026
$1,820
PSA 9
Goldin
Apr 18, 2026
$1,950
PSA 9
PWCC
Apr 8, 2026
$1,780
PSA 9
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The Card Official's ruling
Kobe appreciation continues post-retirement. PSA 9 under $2K is still accessible for a top-5 all-time player. PSA 10 at $14K is undervalued relative to Jordan. Strong long-term hold.
About this card
The Mamba's most widely collected rookie card. The 1996-97 Topps Chrome Kobe RC is the accessible entry point to owning a piece of one of basketball's all-time greats.