Kobe Bryant
2018 Panini Contenders Optic Hall of Fame Contenders · #8 · 2018
Kobe Bryant prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $18.50 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $44.99 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $46.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $51.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 2018 Panini Contenders Optic Hall of Fame Contenders Kobe Bryant #8 is a Basketball card released in 2018. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $18.50, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Condition is everything here — an ungraded copy is worth around $18.50 and a PSA 9 around $46.00.
Use the grade table above to compare values across PSA, BGS, CGC and SGC, and the eBay links to find live listings. Scan your copy with Ripbin to track it in your locker.
Collector's notes
Newer cards like this one trade actively, and values can swing quickly with on-field performance and breaking news. The grade table above reflects the current market snapshot.
The basketball card market rewards star power — top players' cards consistently outperform the broader market.
Is it worth grading?
The spread between raw ($18.50) and top-graded ($46.00) copies is fairly tight, so grading this card only makes financial sense for truly flawless copies — or for collectors who simply prefer slabbed cards for protection and display.
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.
Buying & selling tips
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.
If you own this card, scan it with Ripbin to add it to your locker — you'll see its value tracked over time, and other collectors can discover it and send bids.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 2018 Panini Contenders Optic Hall of Fame Contenders Kobe Bryant #8 worth?
- An ungraded Kobe Bryant #8 is worth approximately $18.50. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- Is the Kobe Bryant #8 worth grading?
- Usually only for flawless copies: the spread between raw ($18.50) and graded ($46.00) is modest, so grading mainly adds protection and authenticity rather than profit.
- Where can I buy the Kobe Bryant #8 card?
- Kobe Bryant 2018 Panini Contenders Optic Hall of Fame Contenders 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 Kobe Bryant #8?
- 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.