2023 Topps Chrome MVP Buyback Victor Robles "Dope Dodo" Custom/Artist Alteration
Victor Robles · Topps (Customized by individual artist VF) · Custom Alter / Hand-Painted Art Card (Non-Official)
Player
Victor Robles
Set
2023 Topps Chrome (Base card used as canvas)
Year
2023
Card #
146 (Original Base Card)
Condition Grade
Authentic Altered (A). While the card appears sharp, the addition of permanent white ink and surface spray prevents a numerical technical grade from standard services like PSA.
Category
Custom Alter / Hand-Painted Art Card (Non-Official)
Manufacturer
Topps (Customized by individual artist VF)
Demand Level
Niche. This card appeals specifically to collectors of custom baseball art or Victor Robles super-collectors. It is not part of an official Topps-released set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$20.00 - $50.00
Graded Value
PSA/DNA Authentic: $40.00 - $80.00 (Value is largely subjective based on artist popularity and niche demand for custom art).
Comparable Sales
Standard Victor Robles 2023 Chrome base cards sell for ~$1.00. Custom art cards by independent artists on eBay typically range from $15.00 to $75.00 depending on the detail of the illustration and the talent of the artist.
Description
Unique hand-painted / customized 2023 Topps Chrome Victor Robles card. The card features a white line-art illustration of a cartoon dodo bird with the text 'DOPE DODO' over a nebula-style spray background. Topps Chrome logo and 'VF' artist initials are visible. High-gloss chrome finish with custom matte over-spray.
Key Features
One-of-a-kind (1/1) artistic creation; utilizes 2023 Topps Chrome stock; unique 'Dope Dodo' character design by artist VF.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine 2023 Topps Chrome base card stock; characteristic refractive light patterns of Topps Chrome cards; hand-applied ink shows varying thickness consistent with art cards.
Flaws to Note
Intentional surface alteration; white paint pen/ink on top of original finish; over-spray on the Topps Chrome logo; non-standard aftermarket surface texture.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Categorized under Sports Trading Cards > Card Art or Custom), Instagram card art communities, or Victor Robles player-specific Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Do not list as an official '1/1' Topps product. Clearly state 'Custom' or 'Art Card' in the title to avoid buyer disputes. Highlight the artist 'VF' if known in the community. Use '1/1' only in the context of it being a unique custom piece.