Magic Johnson
1991 Hoops · #473 · 1991
Magic Johnson prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $1.84 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 7 | $3.58 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $7.05 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $9.99 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $29.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $29.99 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $39.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $18.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $18.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 1991 Hoops Magic Johnson #473 is a Basketball card released in 1991. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $1.84, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Condition is everything here — an ungraded copy is worth around $1.84, a PSA 9 around $9.99, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $29.99 and a pristine BGS 10 around $39.00. That's roughly a 16× 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
Cards from this era were printed in enormous quantities during the hobby's boom years, so raw copies are plentiful — but strict grading separates the true gems from the masses, and top grades remain hard to pull off.
The basketball card market rewards star power — top players' cards consistently outperform the broader market.
Is it worth grading?
The spread between raw ($1.84) and top-graded ($29.99) 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
Before buying a Magic Johnson #473, 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.
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 1991 Hoops Magic Johnson #473 worth?
- An ungraded Magic Johnson #473 is worth approximately $1.84, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $29.99. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Magic Johnson worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Magic Johnson from 1991 Hoops is valued around $29.99.
- Is the Magic Johnson #473 worth grading?
- Usually only for flawless copies: the spread between raw ($1.84) and graded ($29.99) is modest, so grading mainly adds protection and authenticity rather than profit.
- Where can I buy the Magic Johnson #473 card?
- Magic Johnson 1991 Hoops 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 Magic Johnson #473?
- 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.