Dirk Nowitzki
Basketball Graphics (Sports Trading Card) • 1998-99 Bowman's Best
Card Type
Rookie Card (RC)
Set & Number
1998-99 Bowman's Best - 101
Rarity
Base Rookie Card
Edition & Language
Standard • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $60.00 | PSA 9: $100.00 - $150.00 | PSA 10: $450.00 - $600.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $35 to $55. PSA 9 copies have recently hovered around $130, while Gem Mint 10s fetch a significant premium.
Condition Details
The card appears well-preserved inside a top-loader. Centering seems slightly shifted toward the top edge (based on image orientation). Corners look sharp. Surface looks reflective with no obvious deep scratches, though common refractor-like surfaces from this era often have light surface scuffs.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended if the surface is clean. This is one of Dirk's most iconic rookie cards. A PSA 10 grade significantly increases value; however, these 'chrome-style' cards are notorious for surface scratches and 'greening' (discoloration) over time which can lower the grade.
Card Description
Features a photography shot of Dirk Nowitzki in his Dallas Mavericks uniform driving to the hoop. Includes the Bowman's Best Rookie Card logo in the corner and Dirk's name along the side/bottom.
Notable Features
Features a premium chrome-like finish typical of the Bowman's Best brand. Gold-stamped 'Rookie Card' logo. Part of the 1998-99 rookie class including Vince Carter and Paul Pierce.
Authentication Notes
The card exhibits the correct font style for the nameplate and the distinct 'Bowman's Best' gold holofoil logo. Logo positioning and photo clarity are consistent with authentic 1998-99 print runs.
Scanned: 2026-03-06T22:51:20.188626