1997 Score Board Kobe Bryant #16
Kobe Bryant · The Score Board, Inc. · Base / Early Career
Player
Kobe Bryant
Set
1997 Score Board Basketball
Year
1997
Card #
16
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card shows significant surface wear, visible white chipping along the right edge, a blunt bottom-right corner, and prominent surface scratches/dimples visible in the gloss. Centering appears slightly shifted to the right.
Category
Base / Early Career
Manufacturer
The Score Board, Inc.
Demand Level
Moderate. While Kobe Bryant is a top-tier legend, this is a non-licensed (no NBA logos) card from a low-end manufacturer. Demand is driven by lower-budget collectors completionist fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $15-20, PSA 5: $25-30, PSA 6: $40-50. Grading is not recommended for this specific card due to the high cost of service relative to the low market value in this condition.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card range from $2 to $10 depending on condition. Graded PSA 9 copies have sold for $60-$80, but this specific card's condition is significantly lower than that threshold.
Description
The reverse side of a 1997 Score Board Kobe Bryant card. It features a vertical layout against a green and yellow grid pattern. The top half displays Kobe Bryant in a warm-up jacket with his bio information, while the bottom half lists his 1-year NBA career stats and projections for the '97-98 season. Includes the 'SB' logo and '1997 The Score Board, Inc.' copyright.
Key Features
Early career card of Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant produced during his sophomore season. Features career projections following his rookie year.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common card from a defunct manufacturer (Score Board) that went bankrupt shortly after production. It features the standard semi-gloss finish and typography consistent with 1990s budget-tier releases. Not a common target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Heavy white chipping along the right vertical edge; blunted and white corners; significant surface scuffing and horizontal 'pitting' visible across the player's image; minor edge wear on the left side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now) or Mercari. This card is best sold as part of a 'Kobe lot' or to a local card shop in a bulk box.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee would exceed the value. List it as '1997 Score Board Kobe Bryant #16'. For best results, bundle it with other 1990s Kobe cards to save on shipping costs and attract a higher total price.