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Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138
Graded value, population data, and live listings.
Value Range
Recent graded sale comps for the Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 run from $251 to $251 depending on grader and grade. Shop this card on eBayHoodCar Fair Value · PSA 9
$251
avg of recent PSA 9 sales
5/100
Overpriced
Best live PSA 9 listing $400 is 59% above the sold average.
Good buy under $226Fair ≈ $251Rich over $281
About this card
The Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 has 6 verified graded sales tracked by HoodCar, most recently Jun 14, 2026. The PSA 9 carries a fair value around $251, with graded sales ranging $244 to $270. Figures reflect real recent eBay sold prices, not asking prices.
Price by grade
Graded prices reflect recent sale comps tracked by HoodCar across PSA, CGC, BGS and SGC. Population counts show how many copies exist at each grade — lower population at the top grades means a bigger premium.
| Grade | Population | Avg Value | Last Sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSA 9 | — | $251 | $261 |
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Live listings for this card
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Kobe Bryant 1996-97 Topps PSA 9 Basketball Rookie Card RC Graded Lakers NBA #138
$400
Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps #138 Rookie Card RC PSA 9 MINT Los Angeles Lakers
$435
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Frequently asked
How much is Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 worth?
Recent graded sale comps for the Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 run from $251 to $251 across grades. The PSA 9 averages about $251.
Is Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 a good buy right now?
The best live PSA 9 listing at $400 is 59% above its $251 sold average, a HoodCar Buy Score of 5/100 (Overpriced).
Which grade of Kobe Bryant 1996 Topps Rookie Rc #138 is the best value?
Lower grades start near $251; gem-mint examples reach $251. The jump between grades is where most of the value sits.