2023 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB Javier Baez #SMLB-20
Javier Baez · Topps · Insert
Player
Javier Baez
Set
2023 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB Insert
Year
2023
Card #
SMLB-20
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Visible corner wear and minor surface scuffing from being handled without a protective sleeve.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - These inserts are extremely common and found in almost every retail pack (blasters, hangers) of 2023 Topps.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-8, PSA 9: $10-12, PSA 10: $25-30 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay 'Sold' listings show this card consistently selling for $0.99 with free shipping, or as part of bulk lots where the individual value is calculated at roughly $0.25 to $0.50.
Description
This 2023 Topps Javier Baez Stars of MLB insert features the Detroit Tigers shortstop in a powerful hitting follow-through. The card design utilizes a futuristic 'space' aesthetic with a vibrant cosmic background and a large 'Stars of MLB' logo at the bottom. It has a glossy finish with foil accents typical of this mass-produced retail insert set.
Key Features
Features a multi-time All-Star and World Series champion; popular retail insert set with eye-catching holographic-style design; affordable for player collectors and Tigers fans.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common modern insert with standard Topps gloss and foil stamping. There are currently no known counterfeits of this specific low-value insert.
Flaws to Note
The card appears to have non-professional handling; slight whitening on the corners and potential surface marring from being placed directly on a textured seat. Centering appears slightly shifted toward the top-left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in a 'player lot' or 'team lot' on eBay, or placed in a local card shop's $0.50 bin. Not recommended for individual sale online due to shipping costs outweighing the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee (approx. $19-$25) is significantly higher than the card's worth. Use a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent further damage. List as part of a Detroit Tigers team set to attract collectors looking for multiple cards at once.