2023 Topps Holiday José Ramírez Santa Hat Short Print SP #H125
José Ramírez · Topps · Short Print (SP) Variation
Player
José Ramírez
Set
2023 Topps Holiday Baseball
Year
2023
Card #
#H125
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have clean corners and edges; however, the left-to-right centering is slightly off (heavy on the right), which is common for Topps Holiday releases.
Category
Short Print (SP) Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Jose Ramirez is a perennial MVP candidate and future Hall of Famer. Demand spikes during the MLB season and the winter holiday months (Nov/Dec).
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales of Jose Ramirez 2023 Holiday SPs have fluctuated between $12 and $22. PSA 10 copies of similar superstar SPs in this set range from $100 to $175.
Description
A festive 2023 Topps Holiday Jose Ramirez short print featuring the Cleveland Guardians superstar in a Santa Claus hat. The card design incorporates holiday elements including snowflakes, candy cane borders, and Christmas lights. Ramirez is captured in a celebratory trot wearing the Guardians home white uniform.
Key Features
This is a Short Print (SP) variation, which is significantly harder to find than the standard base version. It features a unique photo variation (Santa Hat) exclusive to the Holiday set, making it highly collectible for player-set hunters and holiday enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps card stock with appropriate gloss and the specific Topps Holiday snowflake embossing. Counterfeit risk for this modern $20 card is extremely low.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly shifted toward the right border. Top-to-bottom centering looks acceptable. Potential silvering or minute chipping on the edges is common with this specific textured card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of MLB player collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-term listing without the hassle of shipping.
Selling Tips
Highlight 'SP' and 'Santa Hat' in the title. Ensure high-quality photos that clearly show the Santa Hat, as casual buyers might mistake it for a base card. Best to sell raw unless perfectly centered for a PSA 10 attempt, as grading costs often exceed the value of a PSA 9.