Up for auction is one of the most iconic basketball cards of the modern era: the 1996 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant Rookie Card (#138). This cornerstone of the "Black Mamba's" legacy is professionally graded by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) as NM-MT 8. • Year: 1996 • Brand: Topps Chrome • Player: Kobe Bryant • Grade: PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint) • Cert Number: 49814003 As the gold standard for Kobe rookies, this Chrome finish card is a "must-have" for any serious blue-chip sports card investor.