Kobe Bryant meant so much to the card industry that following his retirement in 2016, Panini dedicated an entire Eminence release to the legendary Laker. An ultra-premium set befitting the Black Mamba’s pedigree, 2017-18 Panini Eminence Kobe Bryant features a checklist highlighting his unforgettable career. It includes a luxe level of autographs, gem cards, precious metal cards and extreme scarcity.
There's also a a hard-signed book in each box that details the set’s possible hits.
This lot features the contents of one opened single-box case:
- Base Autographs #13 /10
- All-Time Buckets Diamond Autographs #5 /10
- All-Time Buckets Diamond Autographs #36 /10
- All-Time Buckets Double Diamond Autographs #19 /5
- 33643 Diamond Autographs #29 /10
- 33643 Diamond Autographs #38 /10
- Five Fold Autograph Booklets #2 /2
- All-Time Buckets Platinum #8 1/1
- All-Star Salute 14K Gold #6 1/1
- Autographed Book (still wrapped in the black tissue issued by Panini)
In total, there are seven autographed cards, a pair of 1/1 precious metal cards and the signed book.
The Five Fold Autograph Booklet has been authenticated by CGC. All other cards are in the Eminence holders from Panini.