Up for sale is a 2017‑18 Panini Adrenalyn XL Ligue 1 Kylian
Mbappe #455 rookie‑era card, graded PSA 10 GEM MINT. This card has an extremely
tough roughly 9% PSA GEM MINT rate, and there are currently
only 38 PSA 10 copies on the population report, which makes this POP
38 example genuinely scarce at the top grade.
This issue features Mbappe in his AS Monaco kit from the
2017‑18 Adrenalyn XL Ligue 1 release, one of his earliest widely collected
cards from his breakout Ligue 1 period before his full PSG superstardom. It is
recognized by many collectors as a key early Mbappe card, often discussed
alongside his 2016‑17 Panini Foot sticker and his early Topps/Prizm Champions
League issues as part of his core rookie‑era portfolio.
Card details:
Pricing & value:
This PSA 10 copy sits at the very top of a tough grading curve,
with only about a 9% PSA GEM MINT rate and just 38 PSA
10s currently in the population. That combination of
low gem rate and low POP creates real scarcity at the top grade,
especially compared
with raw and PSA 9 copies that are much easier to find.
Because of that, this card is intentionally priced at
a premium to raw and lower‑grade examples, reflecting its true rarity in
PSA 10 rather than just the overall print run of the Adrenalyn XL release.
Serious Mbappé buyers who focus on population data and grading difficulty will
understand why a POP 38, ~9% gem card commands a stronger number than more
common issues and grades.
Condition (PLEASE READ):
The card is encapsulated in its original PSA holder and graded 10 GEM MINT; any
spots, lines, or reflections visible in the photos are on the slab or from
imaging, not on the card itself. The case may show minor surface scuffs or
micro‑scratches from normal handling, but there are no major cracks or chips
unless specifically noted. Please review all photos carefully to verify the
exact card, label details, and slab condition before purchasing.
Authenticity Guarantee (eBay program):
Because this card is listed above eBay’s threshold, it qualifies for
eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee program. For eligible purchases, I will
ship the card first to eBay’s professional authentication partner, where they
confirm that the PSA slab and label are genuine and unaltered before forwarding
it securely to you with tracked delivery at no additional cost.
Shipping & handling:
Card ships in a graded‑card sleeve or bubble wrap, inside a sturdy box with
ample padding and tracking.
Ships within 1 business day of cleared
payment. USPS Ground Advantage, fully insured to $3,000, signature
required.