2017 Topps Series 1 Joey Votto #115
Joey Votto · Topps · Base
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2017 Topps Series 1
Year
2017
Card #
115
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Potential - Centering looks 50/50, corners appear sharp based on photo, but right edge shows minor white chipping against the dark red background. Surface appears clean without visible dimples.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Consistent demand from Cincinnati Reds team collectors and Joey Votto player set collectors. Demand peaks during Hall of Fame voting discussions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay average $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 specimens have recently sold in the $70 range, but PSA 9s often struggle to cover the cost of grading.
Description
A clean base card from the 2017 Topps Series 1 set featuring Cincinnati Reds icon Joey Votto. The card design features a borderless top and sides with a modern 'stadium bridge' nameplate at the bottom. The image captures Votto's iconic left-handed swing in his home white Reds uniform.
Key Features
Features a future Hall of Fame candidate in a clean, modern Topps design. Votto is a franchise legend for the Cincinnati Reds, maintaining a strong regional and specialized collector market.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps printing patterns, correct logo placement for 2017, and standard card stock. This is a low-value base card that is rarely, if ever, counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Slight white chipping visible on the right vertical edge; minor surface wear potentially present though not visible in photo. Base cards from this year often suffer from corner softness due to the paper stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now') or COMC for long-term storage. Also ideal for $1 bins at local card shows or as part of a Reds team lot.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, grading is not recommended unless you are certain it is a PSA 10. Use 'Joey Votto 2017 Topps #115 Reds' in keywords. Best and most cost-effective shipping is a plain white envelope (PWE) with a Forever Stamp and card protection.