Sam Perkins
1996 Topps Chrome · #29 · 1996
Sam Perkins prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $1.74 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 7 | $4.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $13.06 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $14.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $105.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $137.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $63.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $63.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 1996 Topps Chrome Sam Perkins #29 is a Basketball card released in 1996. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $1.74, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Grading has a major impact on value: an ungraded copy is worth around $1.74, a PSA 9 around $13.06, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $105.00 and a pristine BGS 10 around $137.00. That's roughly a 60× 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 Sam Perkins to your Ripbin locker to watch its value over time.
Collector's notes
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 $1.74 and top grades reaching $105.00, 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
Before buying a Sam Perkins #29, 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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- How much is the 1996 Topps Chrome Sam Perkins #29 worth?
- An ungraded Sam Perkins #29 is worth approximately $1.74, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $105.00. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Sam Perkins worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Sam Perkins from 1996 Topps Chrome is valued around $105.00.
- Is the Sam Perkins #29 worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $1.74 and top grades near $105.00, a sharp copy can return well over the grading fee. Only submit copies with strong centering and clean corners.
- Where can I buy the Sam Perkins #29 card?
- Sam Perkins 1996 Topps Chrome 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 Sam Perkins #29?
- 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.