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Shareef Abdur-Rahim [Refractor] #259 1996 Finest Basketball — Card Value
1996 Finest BasketballWhat the Shareef Abdur-Rahim [Refractor] #259 (1996 Finest Basketball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Shareef Abdur-Rahim [Refractor] #259 1996 Finest Basketball value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 9 $94 · PSA 10 $225. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the PSA 10 premium on this card is 32.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, buy the Standard version at $1. The premium versions, like the Refractor w Coating at $4 or the w Coating at $7, offer enhanced aesthetics and higher collectibility due to their specialized finishes. If you are a casual collector wanting a piece, the Standard is fine. However, serious collectors seeking the highest tier of presentation and rarity should invest in the Refractor w Coating.
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Item details
- Brand
- Basketball
- Set
- 1996 Finest Basketball
- Sport
- Basketball
- Number
- #259
Shareef Abdur-Rahim [Refractor] #259 1996 Finest Basketball value
A raw (ungraded) Shareef Abdur-Rahim [Refractor] #259 runs around $7, a Grade 9 about $94, and a PSA 10 commands $225.
What drives the price
Grade, centering, rookie/star status, set scarcity, and print run drive sports-card value. PSA/BGS gem-mint copies and rookies of stars carry the biggest premiums; raw commons sell for little.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 9 | $94 | eBay sold comps |
| PSA 10 | $225 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current value of the ungraded 1996 Finest Basketball #259?
- The ungraded version of this 1996 Finest Basketball #259 is listed at $7.
- How much is the card worth if it receives a PSA 10 grade?
- A PSA 10 graded version of this card sells for $225.
- Is this 1996 Finest Basketball card considered a good investment?
- Yes, the jump from the ungraded price of $7 to $225 for a PSA 10 indicates strong investment potential.
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