2021 Topps Series 1 Joey Votto #153
Joey Votto · Topps · Base
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2021 Topps Series 1
Year
2021
Card #
153
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. Good centering, sharp corners, and clean edges. Slight top-heavy centering and potential minor surface dimpling prevent a PSA 10.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joey Votto has a dedicated fan base and strong hobby respect as a legendary first baseman, but base cards from high-print-run years like 2021 usually move slowly.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $30-45
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.50 to $1.25 on eBay. Graded PSA 10s historically sell for $35-45, though few are sent for grading due to the high population of base cards.
Description
This is a base veteran card from the 2021 Topps Series 1 set featuring Cincinnati Reds icon Joey Votto. The card showcases the 70th Anniversary Topps logo in the upper left corner and includes a dynamic action shot of Votto mid-swing. The design features a white border with modern geometric 'swoosh' accents in team colors and the iconic Reds logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Future Hall of Fame candidate; Features the Topps 70th Anniversary logo stamped on the front; Clean modern design from a high-production flagship set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card stock thickness is standard for Topps Flagship, the 70th-anniversary logo is clearly defined, and the halftone print pattern in the background is consistent with genuine production.
Flaws to Note
A slight shift toward the top border (centering) is visible. White borders in this set are prone to minor edge chipping. Potential surface micro-scratches common with flagship glossy stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC (best for low-value cards to save on shipping), or as part of a Reds team set/lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually; the grading fee far exceeds the market value. List it using eBay’s standard envelope for $0.60-$1.00 shipping to make the total price attractive to team collectors. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame' and '70th Anniversary'.