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Rare LeBron James card found at Target store
TL;DR
A rare LeBron James Firefractor autograph card was found at a Target store, sparking high interest among collectors. Only three of these cards were produced by Topps, and their value is expected to increase significantly as James nears retirement.
Key points
- Rare LeBron James Firefractor autograph card found at Target
- Only three of these cards produced by Topps
- Card features James in Los Angeles Lakers jersey
- High demand for LeBron memorabilia expected to rise
- Grand Slam Collectibles brokered a deal for the card
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LeBron James’ NBA cards are always highly collectible. Their prices continue to rise and almost all pieces are in high demand, especially among collectors.
Grand Slam Collectibles posted on Instagram on April 26 that a rare Firefractor autograph card of the superstar forward was pulled at a local Target store. James was in his Los Angeles Lakers jersey and his signature was front-and-center in blue.
The New York-based hobby shop took offers for the card and brokered a deal for the owner. With James in the twilight of his career, the prices of his memorabilia are expected to skyrocket once he retires. The Firefractor card is one of only three produced by Topps.
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Staggering amount for rare LeBron James card
Grand Slam Collectibles posted an update on Wednesday, sharing the news that the rare card has been sold for $58,000. The shop also highlighted that it only charged 5%, as the sale was for more than $20,000.
James continues to defy Father Time. He is still playing at an elite level despite already being 41 years old. The four-time NBA MVP is looking to lead the Lakers to another title and secure his fifth championship ring. He appeared in 60 regular-season games this season and averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.2 steals.
James and Co. will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals starting on Tuesday. Los Angeles will remain without Luka Doncic as he is recovering from a Grade 2 hamstring strain. James will spearhead the Lakers’ charge along with , looking to .
Q&A
What is the significance of the rare LeBron James Firefractor card?
The Firefractor card is one of only three produced by Topps, making it highly collectible and valuable, especially as LeBron James approaches retirement.
Where was the rare LeBron James card discovered?
The rare LeBron James card was discovered at a local Target store.
How much is the rare LeBron James card expected to sell for?
While the exact selling price is not disclosed, the card's value is expected to skyrocket as LeBron James nears retirement.
