KOBE BRYANT | 1996 FINEST 74 | W/COATING | PSA MINT 9

PSA Graded Card - Certification #105240906 - Grade: MINT 9

This is a 1996-97 Topps Finest 'Apprentices' Kobe Bryant rookie card, card #74, featuring the legend in his Los Angeles Lakers uniform (jersey #8). The card is visually striking with a chrome finish, metallic silver and bronze borders, and embossed 'APPRENTICES' lettering running down the side. The Topps protective peel-off coating is still attached, as visible in the image ('TOPPS FINEST PROTECTOR PEEL AND REMOVE COATING'), preserving the card’s surface. The background contains stylized metallic and textured effects, with Bryant in an action dunk pose. This card was one of Bryant’s earliest and most iconic rookies, representing his debut NBA season. The 'With Coating' version is more desirable to some collectors seeking original, untampered condition. Card shows sharp corners and gloss with minimal edge wear, but specific grading beyond the visible PSA 9 is not assessed here. Part of Topps' pioneering Finest series, this card is notable for its heavy stock, chrome technology, and rookie-year status.

Card Details:

Subject: KOBE BRYANT

Card Name: 1996 FINEST

Card Number: 74

Variety: W/COATING

Team: Los Angeles Lakers