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Kobe Bryant2012-13 Panini Prizm - Finalists - Silver Prizm #5 Kobe Bryant2013-14 Panini National Treasures - Colossal Logoman Signatures - Printing Plate Yellow #CL-12 Kobe Bryant #/11997-98 Flair Showcase - [Base] - Row 1 #18 Kobe Bryant2019-20 Panini Prizm - [Base] - Green Ice Prizm #8 Kobe Bryant1999-00 Skybox Dominion - GameDay 2K - Warp Tek #2 GD Kobe Bryant2012-13 Panini Kobe Anthology - Autograph Memorabilia - Printing Plate Black #17 Kobe Bryant #/11997-98 Bowman's Best - Best Techniques - Atomic Refractor #T4 Kobe Bryant2019-20 Panini Kobe Bryant Career Highlights - [Base] - Gold Snakeskin Prizm #8 Kobe Bryant #/10JULY 19TH AUCTION This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/20/2013 The “Kobe Bryant PSA Gem-Mint Rookie Card Master Collection” consists of (1) PSA 10 Gem-Mint Rookie Card of every single one of Kobe Bryant’s (16) true Rookie Cards, including the 1996-97 Topps Chrome, Finest (w/ coating), Ultra, Flair Showcase Row 2, Upper Deck, SP, Bowman’s Best, Metal, Skybox Premium, Skybox Z-Force, UD3, Topps, Hoops, Fleer and Collector’s Choice and the extremely rare E-X2000, which as of 5/28/2013 2,842 of Kobe’s E-X2000 Rookie Cards had been graded by PSA with just 16 receiving a Gem Mint grade, or just one per every 177.6 submissions!  Kobe Bryant rookie cards have taken on added significance as more collectors begin to revisit his earliest cardboard. The following guide offers a look at the official Kobe Bryant rookie card lineup. Collectors can find Kobe Bryant rookie cards in several 1996-97 NBA products. However, other brands, including Collector's Edge, Pacific, Press Pass and Score Board, provide additional Kobe Bryant options that feature high school images. Each of the 16 primary rookie cards for Kobe Bryant can be seen below. They are all traditional base offerings as autographed or serial numbered cards had not become common with rookie cards yet. When available, parallels are referenced for the rookies. While these cards are hardly vintage, given the age of the products and the popularity of Bryant, high-grade copies for nearly any Kobe Bryant rookie card on the list can yield a significant premium.
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GalleryKobe Bryant Rookie Card GalleryClick on the listings to shop for cards and check completed sales values on eBay. Linked sets in the text go straight to detailed profiles or guides. 1996-97 Bowman's Best Kobe Bryant RC #R23
One of the more modern-looking Kobe Bryant rookie cards, 1996-97 Bowman's Best features a quality design and Atomic Refractor parallels that command big prices. The base rookie Refractor parallel for Kobe Bryant is shown. 1996-97 Flair Showcase Row 2 Kobe Bryant RC #31
Arguably the most refined Kobe Bryant rookie card for collectors, 1996-97 Flair Showcase is similar to Finest in that it also has tiered rookie cards with increasing rarity. Flair Showcase breaks things down with Rows, and the Row 2 version is the most common and shown first. Row 1 and Row 0 add to the mix, while Legacy Collection parallels are available for each level. These rare parallels are each numbered to 150 copies. 1996-97 Fleer Kobe Bryant RC #203
One of the cheapest rookie options for Kobe Bryant, Fleer presents a simple base card that can still be found for a low amount today. While it is not the most impressive example, the price is hard to beat for an official Bryant rookie. 1996-97 Fleer Metal Kobe Bryant RC #137
Since Metal would not debut the popular Precious Metal Gems until the following year, 1996-97 Metal is not as big as it could have been. Regardless, the metal-themed product still offers an appealing first-year option. Kobe Bryant's main rookie is part of the "Fresh Foundation" subset and includes a draft day image following the trade from Charlotte. There is also an action base card for Bryant in Series 2 (#181). A subtle Precious Metal parallel is available for both cards. 1996-97 Fleer Ultra Kobe Bryant RC #52
Sensitive to chipping on the edges, 1996-97 Ultra brings a fun text and common rookie image of Kobe, lifting the ball toward the basket. Gold Medallion and Platinum Medallion parallels continue to see strong interest. 1996-97 NBA Hoops Kobe Bryant RC #281
Another low-end option, Hoops is not going to bring big values, but it is a great choice for those who just want a simple Kobe Bryant rookie card. 1996-97 Skybox E-X2000 Kobe Bryant RC #30
Showcasing one of the most unique designs in the history of the hobby, 1996-97 E-X2000 is as condition sensitive as it is attractive. Outside of the Chrome rookie, this is the favorite for top Kobe Bryant rookie card. Although a print run of 499 is not likely to cause much excitement today, the Credentials parallel features a pearl border and prices can reach huge amounts. 1996-97 Skybox Premium Kobe Bryant RC #55
Like the name indicates, 1996-97 Skybox Premium is a product with a little more quality. In addition, the limited Rubies parallel replaces the base gold foil with red and has proven to be quite valuable. 1996-97 Skybox Z-Force Kobe Bryant RC #142
A loud and colorful budget card with the same gold foil logo as Hoops, 1996-97 Z-Force holds the distinction of having one of the most awkward rookie images of Kobe Bryant. The real draw for many collectors involves the wild inserts in the set. 1996-97 SP Kobe Bryant RC #134
With an intense stare, this Kobe Bryant rookie card from 1996-97 SP might be one of the more captivating images of Bryant but the blue stripe on the side is a bit distracting. It is also good to note that these cards are prone to chipping. 1996-97 Topps Kobe Bryant RC #138
The base 1996-97 Topps Basketball rookie card for Kobe Bryant offers what it does in most years and there is really not as much value for this base card. The "NBA at 50" parallel goes with a Chrome-like foil finish and can be confused with the much more popular (and valuable) Chrome rookie card if you are not paying attention. 1996-97 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant RC #138
The undisputed king amongst Kobe Bryant rookie cards, 1996-97 Topps Chrome was a retail-only release that ushered in a strong run for NBA rookie collectors. Like most Chrome sets, the cards are prone to smudges. While the base rookies themselves are very valuable, prices for the Refractor parallel, like the one shown below, are even stronger. In addition, the Youthquake insert also receives a lot of attention. 1996-97 Topps Finest Kobe Bryant RC #74
A basketball staple for many years, Topps Finest Basketball is no longer around but collectors still gravitate to the earlier options like this Finest Kobe Bryant rookie card. Showcasing the typical loud design that is expected from the brand, the bronze Apprentices subset card in 1996-97 Finest NBA is his most common, but there is also a gold Heir version (#269), as well as Refractor parallels. 1996-97 UD Collector's Choice Kobe Bryant RC #267
Long a low-end favorite from Upper Deck, Collector's Choice is really more about the collecting value versus the monetary value. This is one of the cheapest ways to add a Kobe Bryant rookie to your collection. 1996-97 UD3 Kobe Bryant RC #19
Part of the "Hardwood Prospects" subset, the KB card in UD3 goes with a faux court design. Despite the more high-end look, this Kobe Bryant rookie card can still be found for reasonable amounts. 1996-97 Upper Deck Kobe Bryant RC #58
Easily the most playful image of Bryant, the main release in 1996-97 Upper Deck NBA features a profile shot, complete with white sunglasses. The foil lining on the left side gives the card a bit more of a premium feel, but the large amount of text shown near the logo does not work as well.
What is a Kobe Bryant rookie card worth?The base version is expensive in its own right but its the refractor parallel whose prices are off the charts. Examples of this card that have been graded in PSA 10 condition have been selling for between $14,000 and $17,000 over the past few years.
What are the most valuable Kobe Bryant rookie cards?Most Valuable Kobe Bryant Rookie Card Rankings. 1996-97 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #138. ... . 1996-97 E-X2000 Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #30. ... . 1996-97 Bowman's Best Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #R23. ... . 1996-97 Topps Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #138. ... . 1996-97 Finest Kobe Bryant Rookie Card #74.. How many Kobe Bryant rookie cards were made?Each of the 16 primary rookie cards for Kobe Bryant can be seen below. They are all traditional base offerings as autographed or serial numbered cards had not become common with rookie cards yet. When available, parallels are referenced for the rookies.
How much is a Kobe Bryant rookie card 171 worth?Kobe Bryant #171 1997 Topps. |
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