Joe Smith
1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake · #YQ13 · 1996
Joe Smith prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $1.90 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $3.25 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $4.39 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $5.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $102.50 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $133.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $62.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $62.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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Affiliate — we may earn a commission1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake Joe Smith #YQ13 value & prices
How much is the 1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake Joe Smith #YQ13 worth? Raw, ungraded copies sell for around $1.90, while graded examples can be worth significantly more. This Basketball card is part of the 1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake set.
Condition is everything here — an ungraded copy is worth around $1.90, a PSA 9 around $4.39, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $102.50 and a pristine BGS 10 around $133.00. That's roughly a 54× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
See the full grade ladder and current eBay listings above. Collectors use Ripbin to scan, value and trade cards like the Joe Smith.
Market context
The junk-wax era means supply is high, but that cuts both ways: raw copies are affordable entry points, while flawless graded examples stand out precisely because so many copies exist in lesser condition.
The basketball card market rewards star power — top players' cards consistently outperform the broader market.
Is it worth grading?
With raw copies near $1.90 and top grades reaching $102.50, grading a sharp copy of this card can clearly pay for itself — the spread comfortably covers a typical ~$25.00 grading fee. The catch: only submit copies with strong centering, clean corners, and unmarked surfaces, because anything below a 9 usually erases the math.
When choosing a grader, PSA slabs typically resell fastest, BGS rewards truly pristine copies, and SGC/CGC offer faster turnarounds — compare each label's value in the grade table above.
Smart buying guide
The fastest way to gauge the real market for this card is to scan the live eBay listings above: look at the spread between auction and Buy-It-Now prices, and check sold history before paying top dollar.
Selling? List smart: photograph corners and surface clearly, state the condition honestly, and price against the grade table above. Or scan it into your Ripbin locker and let bids come to you.
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- How much is the 1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake Joe Smith #YQ13 worth?
- An ungraded Joe Smith #YQ13 is worth approximately $1.90, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $102.50. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Joe Smith worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Joe Smith from 1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake is valued around $102.50.
- Is the Joe Smith #YQ13 worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $1.90 and top grades near $102.50, a sharp copy can return well over the grading fee. Only submit copies with strong centering and clean corners.
- Where can I buy the Joe Smith #YQ13 card?
- Joe Smith 1996 Topps Chrome Youthquake cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the Joe Smith #YQ13?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.