1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Magic Johnson Planet Metal #12
Magic Johnson · Fleer · Insert
Player
Magic Johnson
Set
1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Planet Metal
Year
1997
Card #
12
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Good centering, clean surface with vibrant foil shine, minor corner touch on the top left.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Fleer
Demand Level
Strong
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$50 - $100
Graded Value
PSA 7: $40-$60, PSA 8: $75-$125, PSA 9: $150-$250, PSA 10: $400-$600
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales of similar Planet Metal inserts range from $60 to $110 depending on exact centering and surface wear. Graded PSA 9 copies frequently fetch between $150 and $250.
Description
Stunning 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Planet Metal insert featuring Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson. The card showcases a vibrant cosmic background with intense fiery orange, purple, and blue nebulae, a bright starburst behind him, and a shiny foil nameplate at the bottom reading Magic Johnson - Los Angeles. A crown jewel insert set of late 90s basketball collecting.
Key Features
Extremely popular and iconic 90s insert set, highly desirable Planet Metal subset, Hall of Fame player Magic Johnson, premium foil finish with die-cut-like thematic artwork.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock thickness, crisp foil stamping, authentic background imagery and correct font usage matching known 1997-98 Fleer Planet Metal inserts.
Flaws to Note
Slight corner softening on the top-left corner visible in hand, typical mild edge wear associated with unslabbed 90s Fleer foil inserts.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Goldin Auctions, MySlabs, or specialized basketball card Facebook groups
Selling Tips
Handle carefully with a penny sleeve and top loader, take high-resolution photos under natural light to showcase the reflective foil surface, consider professional grading via PSA or BGS to maximize return.