Kobe Bryant
Basketball • Metal Universe
Sport & Year
Basketball • 1997-98
Brand & Set
Fleer - Metal Universe
Card Number
8
Card Type
Veteran
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Very Good-Excellent (VG-EX 4) to Near Mint (NM 7)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60, Graded (PSA 4-6): $80 - $150
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for 1997-98 Metal Universe Kobe Bryant #8 range between $35 and $55 depending on condition and platform.
Condition Details
Visible surface scratches, particularly across the upper right background and lower left area. Minor edge wear and corner softening typical of vintage glossy inserts. Centering appears generally acceptable.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless condition is superior under magnification, as surface scratches on the reflective Metal Universe stock heavily penalize grading scores. Current estimated grade would likely yield a PSA 5 or 6, which may not offset grading fees.
Card Description
Features Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant in his iconic yellow and purple #8 jersey, airborne while preparing to shoot a basketball. The card features the signature 1997-98 Metal Universe holographic background design with a dramatic outdoor mountain landscape motif.
Notable Features
Second-year card of the late Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, highly collectible Metal Universe design from the late 90s era.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Fleer Metal Universe card stock thickness, characteristic foil reflectivity, and correct font styling. However, high-value 90s inserts are frequent targets of counterfeiting, so professional slab verification or detailed micro-inspection of the foil stamp is advised.
Scanned: 2026-08-29T13:25:14.307424