2017 Topps Archives Signature Series Omar Vizquel Buyback Auto /15 (2005 Topps Base Design)
Omar Vizquel · Topps · Autograph, Serial Numbered, Buyback, Parallel
Player
Omar Vizquel
Set
2017 Topps Archives Signature Series (Retrospective Buyback)
Year
2017 (Original card from 2005)
Card #
N/A (Buyback of 2005 Topps #315)
Condition Grade
N/A (Factory Encapsulated). Card appears NM-MT 8 or better, but Topps Archives cards are sold based on the 'Certified Autograph' status rather than the card's original condition grade.
Category
Autograph, Serial Numbered, Buyback, Parallel
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Vizquel has a dedicated fan base in Cleveland and San Francisco, though his market has cooled slightly due to off-field controversies and HOF voting trends.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 9: $80-100, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: Grading encapsulated buybacks is rare; most collectors prefer the original Topps seal.
Comparable Sales
Recent 2017-2021 Archives Signature Series Vizquel cards (/10 to /20) have sold between $45 and $75 depending on the year of the base card used. High-numbered versions (/99) typically sell for $25-30.
Description
This is a 2017 Topps Archives Signature Series Omar Vizquel hand-signed 'buyback' card. The card features Vizquel in his San Francisco Giants uniform using the iconic 2005 Topps design. It is gold foil stamped 07/15 and features a bold blue ink on-card autograph. The card is factory-sealed in a Topps one-touch magnetic holder with the original 2017 'Archives Signature Series' sticker seal intact.
Key Features
On-card autograph, extremely low print run (numbered to 15), factory sealed by Topps, features a 11-time Gold Glove winner and fringe HOF candidate.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. Features the official Topps Archives Signature Series gold foil stamp, Topps hologram/seal on the case, and known silver-ink serial numbering. Autograph matches Vizquel's established signing style.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner softening typical of buyback cards, slight top-to-bottom centering bias. The magnetic holder has light surface scuffing which does not affect the card itself.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction with a reserve or 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' enabled) or specialized MLB Autograph groups on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Do not break the Topps seal. Collectors pay a premium for the card remaining in its original 'Signature Series' encapsulation. Use keywords: 'Omar Vizquel Auto', 'Topps Archives Sig', 'Giants', 'Numbered /15'.