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Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Lakers•SG•basketball
<p>Kobe Bryant's trading cards remain some of the most sought-after in the hobby, driven by his legendary status, tragic passing, and enduring legacy. Key cards to watch include his 1996-97 Topps Chrome Refractor (his rookie card), 1996-97 Finest Refractor, and 1997-98 Skybox E-X2001 Essential Credentials. These cards consistently command premium prices due to their rarity and iconic designs.</p><p>Pricing trends for Kobe cards have shown resilience, particularly for high-grade PSA/BGS slabs. While the market cooled slightly post-pandemic, his cards continue to outperform many modern players, with spikes during anniversaries or major NBA events. Pop report analysis reveals low population counts for pristine grades (PSA 10/BGS 9.5) across his key issues, making them highly desirable for collectors and investors alike.</p><p>Investment thesis: Kobe Bryant's cards are a cornerstone of any basketball collection. His legacy as one of the greatest players of all time ensures long-term demand. Focus on authenticated, high-grade copies of his rookie cards or low-population parallels. As newer collectors enter the market, his cards are poised for sustained appreciation.</p>
Price History
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Card Variants & Pricing
35 of 36 cards have at least one catalog price. Latest update: Sep 10, 2026.
| Card | Year | Set | Parallel | Raw | PSA 9 | PSA 10 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball | Base | $54.42 | $348.30 | $4,085.50 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $42.35 | $391.59 | $4,046.73 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Basketball | Base | $131.90 | $430.88 | $2,948.81 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 2008 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2008 Topps Basketball | Base | $381.83 | $801.78 | $2,713.16 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball | Base | $92 | $378.18 | $2,547.34 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Metal Universe Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Metal Universe Basketball | Base | $327.66 | $1,652.27 | $2,362.05 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $38.62 | $209.37 | $2,225.27 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball | Base | $54.28 | $251.56 | $2,149.79 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Finest Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Finest Basketball | Base | $193.91 | $452.99 | $2,052.03 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Basketball | Base | $80.98 | $358.35 | $1,954.99 | Sep 9, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Z-Force Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Z-Force Basketball | Base | $52.84 | $373.75 | $1,905.25 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Bowman's Best Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Bowman's Best Basketball | Base | $133.25 | $301.57 | $1,710.18 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Stadium Club Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Stadium Club Basketball | Base | $29.67 | $228.03 | $1,511.55 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Basketball | Base | $26.59 | $190.57 | $1,500.59 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball | Base | $32.19 | $242.08 | $1,358.97 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 UD3 Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 UD3 Basketball | Base | $92.01 | $257.17 | $1,226.91 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Basketball | Base | $31.07 | $161.90 | $880.32 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1998 Fleer Tradition Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Fleer Tradition Basketball | Base | $30.24 | $292.41 | $879.17 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck SP Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck SP Basketball | Base | $29.42 | $169.12 | $878.89 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Hoops Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Hoops Basketball | Base | $21.59 | $132.90 | $838.22 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1998 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $25.43 | $245.94 | $784.16 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Basketball | Base | $25.20 | $121.83 | $645.02 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1998 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Topps Basketball | Base | $5.31 | $67.66 | $602.50 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1996 Score Board Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Score Board Basketball | Base | $9.37 | $69.92 | $565.28 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Topps Finest Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Topps Finest Basketball | Base | $33.87 | $129.86 | $488.67 | Sep 9, 2026 |
| 1997 Metal Universe Championship Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Metal Universe Championship Basketball | Base | $50.83 | $761.96 | $440.95 | Sep 9, 2026 |
| 1997 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $15.77 | $186.34 | $411.84 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Topps Basketball | Base | $8.97 | $74.84 | $338.34 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Fleer Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Fleer Basketball | Base | $10.66 | $64.34 | $273.09 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Hoops Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Hoops Basketball | Base | $6.82 | $43.43 | $224.26 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 2018 Panini Prizm Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2018 Panini Prizm Basketball | Base | $6.90 | $54.72 | $177.90 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 2019 Panini Prizm Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2019 Panini Prizm Basketball | Base | $9.55 | $46.98 | $174.73 | Sep 9, 2026 |
| 2007 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2007 Topps Basketball | Base | $8.83 | $62.94 | $173 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1998 Upper Deck Choice Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Upper Deck Choice Basketball | Base | $13.18 | $76.20 | $123.33 | Sep 10, 2026 |
| 1997 Skybox Z-Force Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Skybox Z-Force Basketball | Base | $14.75 | $65.99 | $105.04 | Sep 9, 2026 |
| Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome RC | 1996 | Chrome | Base | — | — | — | Sep 10, 2026 |
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