LeBron James
2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives · #1 · 2003
LeBron James prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $30.96 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 7 | $30.49 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $51.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $93.85 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $215.82 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $640.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $1,176.01 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $222.50 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $227.11 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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Affiliate — we may earn a commission2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives LeBron James #1 value & prices
The 2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives LeBron James #1 is a Basketball card released in 2003. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $30.96, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Grading has a major impact on value: an ungraded copy is worth around $30.96, a PSA 9 around $93.85, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $640.00, a pristine BGS 10 around $1 and176.01. That's roughly a 21× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
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
Modern-era production quality means more cards survive in near-mint shape — which raises the bar for what earns a top grade and keeps gem-mint premiums meaningful.
The basketball card market rewards star power — top players' cards consistently outperform the broader market.
Is it worth grading?
With raw copies near $30.96 and top grades reaching $640.00, 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.
PSA remains the most liquid grading label in the hobby, while BGS (with its Black Label 10) and modern entrants CGC and SGC have growing followings — the table above shows how each label prices for this card.
Buying & selling tips
Before buying a LeBron James #1, compare several live listings — prices for the same card can vary widely depending on condition, seller reputation, and whether an auction is ending soon. The live eBay listings above update throughout the day.
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 2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives LeBron James #1 worth?
- An ungraded LeBron James #1 is worth approximately $30.96, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $640.00. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 LeBron James worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) LeBron James from 2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives is valued around $640.00.
- Is the LeBron James #1 worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $30.96 and top grades near $640.00, a sharp copy can return well over the grading fee. Only submit copies with strong centering and clean corners.
- Where can I buy the LeBron James #1 card?
- LeBron James 2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives 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 LeBron James #1?
- 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.