2021 Topps Holiday Yordan Alvarez #HW23
Yordan Alvarez · Topps · Base Card / Special Edition
Player
Yordan Alvarez
Set
2021 Topps Holiday
Year
2021
Card #
#HW23
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right side. Corners and edges look sharp through the top-loader, and the surface appears clean with no major scratches or print lines visible.
Category
Base Card / Special Edition
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Yordan Alvarez has a strong following among Astros collectors and power-hitter enthusiasts. Demand for base holiday cards peaks during the winter months but remains stable due to the player's elite performance.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $35-$50 range, while PSA 9s often sell for less than the cost of the grading service itself.
Description
This 2021 Topps Holiday card features Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez in a powerful swinging action shot. The card design incorporates festive holiday elements, including a candy cane-themed border, evergreen garland with Christmas lights, and falling snowflake graphics in the background. The 'Astros' team name is printed vertically with a festive metallic flair.
Key Features
Features one of the premier power hitters in MLB. The 'Holiday' set is a popular, affordable seasonal release exclusively sold at Walmart. Card features a unique winter-themed design compared to standard Topps Series 1 or 2.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. This card is not currently targeted by counterfeiters due to its low market value. Correct card stock thickness, high-quality gloss, and accurate Topps and Astros logos are present.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off, biased toward the right edge (short right border). Small white speck near the bottom left corner might be on the card or the loader; would need inspection outside of plastic to confirm. Surface scratches are common on several Holiday set cards but not immediately visible here.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single card like this. It could also be sold as part of a 'Yordan Alvarez Lot' or 'Astros Team Lot' on Facebook Marketplace or at local card shows to maximize interest.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, grading this card is not recommended unless you are confident it will score a PSA 10 for a personal collection. For selling, take high-resolution photos outside of the top-loader (but keep it in a penny sleeve). Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping ($0.60 - $1.15) to keep the total cost attractive to buyers.