1996 Topps Chrome #171 Allen Iverson Rookie

Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this iconic rookie card.

PSA 10 Price: $400 - $700
PSA 9 Price: $80 - $180
PSA 8 Price: $40 - $75
Total PSA Pop: 4,094

Tale of the Tape

Playing Career
78
Card's Significance in the Hobby
65
Rarity Factor
97
Player Marketability
86
Overall Hobby Score
81.5
81.5

Badges

Generational Talent
Big Market Success
Low Pop
1st year printed
Iverson Reebok Question Shoes

Iverson’s iconic Reebok Questions — one of the most recognizable rookie shoes in NBA history.

Player Achievements

1996 - 2010

NBA MVP: 2001
11× NBA All-Star
3× All-NBA First Team
1997 NBA Rookie of the Year
NBA Scoring Champion: 4x (1999, 2001, 2002, 2005)

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

Allen Iverson’s 1996 Topps Chrome rookie card stands out as the highest-scored base rookie card in his collection, earning an impressive Hobby Score of 78. Known for its premium chromium finish and sleek design, this card represents the pinnacle of 1990s basketball card innovation. As the flagship product of Topps Chrome’s debut year, it has become a cornerstone for collectors seeking the best of Iverson’s rookie cards.

The rarity of this card, combined with its connection to a top 50 NBA player in history, makes it a desirable card for hobbyists. With a total PSA population of just over 4,000, its scarcity adds to its allure. Iverson’s cultural impact is almost unparalleled, meaning this card should hold up over time.

PSA Price History (January)

Year PSA 10 Price PSA 9 Price
2022 $1,100 $275
2023 $650 (-41%) $100 (-64%)
2024 $650 (0%) $120 (+20%)
2025 $530 (-18%) $120 (0%)

Thoughts & Opinions?