LeBron James
2018 Panini Contenders · #30 · 2018
LeBron James prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $24.87 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $141.61 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $156.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $170.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $221.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $102.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $102.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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Looking up the 2018 Panini Contenders LeBron James #30? You're in the right place: this page tracks its market value across every major grade, starting around $24.87 raw, with live eBay listings to compare against.
Grading has a major impact on value: an ungraded copy is worth around $24.87, a PSA 9 around $141.61, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $170.00 and a pristine BGS 10 around $221.00. That's roughly a 6.8× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
Compare every grade in the price table above and tap through to active eBay listings. Add LeBron James to your Ripbin locker to watch its value over time.
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?
With raw copies near $24.87 and top grades reaching $170.00, 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.
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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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 2018 Panini Contenders LeBron James #30 worth?
- An ungraded LeBron James #30 is worth approximately $24.87, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $170.00. 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 2018 Panini Contenders is valued around $170.00.
- Is the LeBron James #30 worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $24.87 and top grades near $170.00, 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 #30 card?
- LeBron James 2018 Panini 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 LeBron James #30?
- 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.