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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 17, 2026.
| Card | Year | Set | Parallel | Raw | PSA 9 | PSA 10 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Metal Universe Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Metal Universe Basketball | Base | $295.49 | $1,643.85 | $8,342.19 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $51.90 | $397.93 | $4,269.73 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball | Base | $60.04 | $406.52 | $4,085.50 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Basketball | Base | $128.61 | $418.58 | $2,951.54 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 2008 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2008 Topps Basketball | Base | $316.34 | $801.78 | $2,710.97 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Metal Basketball | Base | $87.53 | $347.79 | $2,547.34 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $40.94 | $225.20 | $2,225.27 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball | Base | $45.88 | $260.60 | $2,058.81 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Finest Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Finest Basketball | Base | $189.41 | $456.63 | $2,052.03 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Basketball | Base | $76.74 | $371.25 | $1,954.99 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Z-Force Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Z-Force Basketball | Base | $44.31 | $400.71 | $1,905.25 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1996 Topps Stadium Club Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Topps Stadium Club Basketball | Base | $30.16 | $232.98 | $1,863.72 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Bowman's Best Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Bowman's Best Basketball | Base | $121.02 | $313.75 | $1,704.40 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Fleer Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Fleer Basketball | Base | $27.76 | $205.99 | $1,500.59 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Skybox Premium Basketball | Base | $31.42 | $223.96 | $1,484.51 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 UD3 Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 UD3 Basketball | Base | $102.87 | $257.19 | $1,159.59 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Basketball | Base | $31.03 | $161.59 | $1,022.26 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1998 Fleer Tradition Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Fleer Tradition Basketball | Base | $31.97 | $292.41 | $879.17 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Hoops Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Hoops Basketball | Base | $19.38 | $132.95 | $875.40 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck SP Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck SP Basketball | Base | $23.31 | $168.90 | $862.06 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1998 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $29.79 | $260.68 | $784.16 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1998 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Topps Basketball | Base | $4.62 | $73.75 | $764.94 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1996 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Basketball | Base | $26.29 | $116.45 | $613.93 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1996 Score Board Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1996 Score Board Basketball | Base | $6.92 | $74.69 | $573.57 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1997 Topps Finest Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Topps Finest Basketball | Base | $34.64 | $138.67 | $514.94 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1997 Metal Universe Championship Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Metal Universe Championship Basketball | Base | $57.11 | $804.77 | $440.95 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1997 Fleer Ultra Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Fleer Ultra Basketball | Base | $18.94 | $216.02 | $411.84 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1997 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Topps Basketball | Base | $10.32 | $73.67 | $338.85 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1997 Fleer Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Fleer Basketball | Base | $10.16 | $67.90 | $287.29 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 1997 Hoops Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Hoops Basketball | Base | $5.83 | $47.36 | $224.26 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 2018 Panini Prizm Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2018 Panini Prizm Basketball | Base | $11.40 | $58.26 | $197.66 | Sep 17, 2026 |
| 2019 Panini Prizm Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2019 Panini Prizm Basketball | Base | $10.04 | $46.98 | $173.90 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 2007 Topps Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 2007 Topps Basketball | Base | $14.11 | $62.94 | $173 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1998 Upper Deck Choice Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1998 Upper Deck Choice Basketball | Base | $19.80 | $76.20 | $123.33 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| 1997 Skybox Z-Force Basketball Kobe Bryant | — | 1997 Skybox Z-Force Basketball | Base | $20.02 | $177.64 | $105.04 | Sep 16, 2026 |
| Kobe Bryant Topps Chrome RC | 1996 | Chrome | Base | — | — | — | Sep 16, 2026 |
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