TCGAI.PRO Magic Johnson (All-Star) 1988 · Fleer · #123
9.0 Mint
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Magic Johnson (All-Star) card, TCGAI Score 9.0

Certificate #004682B3CE42 · Basketball

Magic Johnson (All-Star)

Fleer · #123 · 1988

Mint Consider

Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws

Sub-grades are not available for this certificate.

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded 9

$77.21

$45.10 – $111 · 8 sales

Raw, ungraded

$4.35

$2.00 – $8.00 · 30 listings

Grading premium

+1675%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade Average Range and sales
Raw $4.35 $2.00 – $8.00 · 30 listings
Grade 6 $12.99 $8.98 – $16.99 · 2 sales
Grade 7 $21.99 $14.99 – $32.96 · 4 sales
Grade 8 $24.42 $19.99 – $35.95 · 14 sales
Grade 9 This card $77.21 $45.10 – $111 · 8 sales

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 6/10

Prices flat recently with graded 10 at $512.55 in Jan 2025 and no 30-day change; steady low-volume sales.

Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations around $500 for graded 10

Long term. Holds steady value due to HOF status but unlikely to surge given supply

History

Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Jr., a Hall of Fame point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, revolutionized basketball with his 6'9' size, no-look passes, and fast-break style, winning 5 NBA championships and 3 MVP awards; this All-Star variant celebrates his selection to the 1988 NBA All-Star team.

First released in 1988 as part of the Fleer Basketball set in the United States.

  • One of two Magic Johnson cards in the 1988 Fleer set (base and All-Star variant)
  • Ranked #12 most valuable All-Star card from the 1988-89 Fleer set in historical sales analysis
  • Features Magic in Lakers All-Star uniform, highlighting his HOF status

Rarity and print run

Tier
Uncommon
Print run
High
First printed in
1988 Fleer Basketball
Demand
Medium
Supply
High
  • Mass production of 1988 Fleer set led to high availability
  • All-Star subset not short-printed
  • 661 graded-graded copies indicate abundant population

Collector notes

Condition. Check centering (common off-center prints), edge wear from wax pack cuts, corner rounding, and surface print defects or scratches typical in 1980s Fleer production.

Storage. Use semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environment away from sunlight; avoid stacking without protection to prevent dimpling.

Authenticity. Verify black borders and glossy finish match originals; check for Fleer logo print quality; graded population report shows 661 graded copies; fakes rare but watch for pixelated images or incorrect back text.

Sources: sportscardspro.com, sportscardinvestor.com, youtube.com, cardladder.com, psacard.com

Card details

Name
Magic Johnson (All-Star)
Game
Basketball
Set
Fleer (N/A)
Number
123
Year
1988
Rarity
Uncommon
Variant
All-Star Team
Language
English
Manufacturer
Fleer
Illustrator
N/A
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#004682B3CE42
Graded on
Apr 4, 2026
Views
6

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