2016 Topps Joey Votto #165
Joey Votto · Topps · Base
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2016 Topps Series 1
Year
2016
Card #
#165
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). Note: Centering looks slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners appear sharp from image, edges clean.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Votto has a dedicated fan base, but as a high-print-run base card, supply is plentiful. Demand spikes during Hall of Fame discussions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 (shipped PWE) to $2.50. Graded PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $50, but PSA 9s often sell for less than the cost of grading.
Description
A clean 2016 Topps Series 1 base card featuring Cincinnati Reds fan-favorite Joey Votto in a classic follow-through batting stance. The design features a smoke effect bordering the bottom, the team logo in the lower left, and a crisp action shot.
Key Features
Features a potential future Hall of Famer (Joey Votto); Iconic Topps flagship design for the 2016 season; High popularity among Cincinnati Reds team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence based on standard card stock, correct font spacing on nameplate, and high-resolution Topps logo. This is a common card not typically counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-side centering bias; typical of 2016 flagship, the white borders can show minor chipping on the edges if handled improperly.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as a 'filler' in a team lot on eBay, or through COMC for long-term inventory. Local card shop bulk bins are also common.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are pursuing a personal registry. List as part of a lot with other Votto cards or Reds players to save on shipping costs (use eBay Standard Envelope for $0.60 - $1.00).