2023 Topps Chrome Daulton Varsho X-Fractor #146
Daulton Varsho · Topps (under license from MLB) · Parallel, X-Fractor
Player
Daulton Varsho
Set
2023 Topps Chrome
Year
2023
Card #
#146
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have strong centering and sharp corners. Chrome cards are prone to surface scratches and dimples, which are not fully visible in the photo.
Category
Parallel, X-Fractor
Manufacturer
Topps (under license from MLB)
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. Varsho is a high-utility player known for elite defense, but his hobby market is currently limited to Toronto Blue Jays team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the card value for this specific player/parallel.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for common 2023 Chrome X-Fractors range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Similar Varsho parallels (Sepia or Pink) sell in the same price bracket.
Description
This 2023 Topps Chrome Daulton Varsho card features the popular X-Fractor parallel design, characterized by a distinct checkered rainbow holographic pattern. Varsho is shown in his Toronto Blue Jays uniform following a swing. The card features the classic Topps Chrome finish with a high-gloss surface and metallic stock.
Key Features
Features the X-Fractor parallel which is a box-hit exclusive (typically found in Mega Boxes). It represents Varsho's first year with the Blue Jays after his trade from the Diamondbacks.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence (99%). Features the authentic Topps Chrome etched surface, correct team logos, and the characteristic X-Fractor light refraction pattern. This card is not currently a target for counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias (bottom border looks slightly thicker). Minor surface refractor lines or 'print lines' are common in 2023 Chrome X-Fractors and may be present upon closer inspection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). For a card of this value, eBay Standard Envelope ($0.64 - $1.12 shipping) is the most cost-effective method.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are a personal collector; the cost of grading will likely exceed the market value. Use '2023 Topps Chrome Daulton Varsho X-Fractor Blue Jays #146' as the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a plain white envelope (PWE) to keep costs low for the buyer.