2020 Topps An International Affair Joey Votto Silver Pack Mojo Refractor #IA-JV
Joey Votto · Topps · Insert, Parallel, Mojo Refractor
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2020 Topps Series 1 - Silver Pack Mojo Refractor (International Affair Insert)
Year
2020
Card #
#IA-JV
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right edge (approx 60/40). Corners and edges appear sharp without visible chipping or white points. Surface displays typical Mojo luster without major scratches.
Category
Insert, Parallel, Mojo Refractor
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joey Votto has a very dedicated collector base and strong Hall of Fame projection. While not a rookie card, Mojo refractors remain a staple of the hobby and consistently trade well among team and player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of non-numbered Mojo inserts from this era range from $2 to $10 depending on the player. Stars like Votto typically hover in the $5 range raw. PSA 10 examples of similar Silver Pack inserts have recently settled between $50 and $90.
Description
This 2020 Topps Joey Votto 'An International Affair' insert card features the iconic 'Mojo' refractor finish, characterized by a distinct geometric, honeycombed holographic pattern. Released as part of the Topps Silver Pack promotion, the card celebrates Votto's Canadian heritage with a compass logo and 'Canada' designation. The design features a high-action shot of Votto in his Cincinnati Reds uniform against a modern, hexagonal background.
Key Features
Features future Hall of Famer Joey Votto; Popular Silver Pack Mojo Refractor finish; Unique 'International Affair' subset celebrating global players.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Mojo' geometric refractor pattern is difficult to replicate accurately. Card stock thickness is consistent with 2020 Topps chrome products. No known high-quality reprints of this specific insert exist.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering bias toward the right side. Refractor surfaces are notoriously prone to hairline scratches, though none are immediately visible in the provided photo. Possible minor factory-end 'dimple' often found on Mojo stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary marketplace for this card. COMC is also an excellent option for low-to-mid value refractors as it caters to player-set builders.
Selling Tips
Due to the relatively low raw value, grading is only recommended if you are confident in a PSA 10; otherwise, the grading fee will exceed the card's value. When photographing, use an angled shot to capture the 'rainbow' effect of the mojo finish. Use 'Joey Votto Canada Mojo' in the title to attract regional and subset collectors.