2002 Topps John Smoltz #520
John Smoltz · Topps · Base
Player
John Smoltz
Set
2002 Topps Series 1
Year
2002
Card #
520
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears generally acceptable with standard 2002 Topps borders, corners are sharp with minor touch possible upon close inspection under magnification, edges are clean, and surface gloss is intact with no major scratches.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand is steady primarily among Atlanta Braves team collectors and Hall of Fame player collectors, though general modern base cards from 2002 have limited market velocity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10 - $15, PSA 9: $20 - $35, PSA 10: $75 - $125
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.00 free shipping on eBay, while PSA 9 and PSA 10 graded copies trade infrequently in the $20 to $100 range depending on the specific buyer.
Description
Offering a 2002 Topps baseball card featuring Hall of Pitcher John Smoltz of the Atlanta Braves, card number 520. The card showcases a full-bleed photo style with a white border featuring Smoltz crouching in the batter's box, holding a bat. The bottom features a blue inset portrait and his name printed in bold lettering.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer and Atlanta Braves pitching legend John Smoltz during his later career years. Classic early 2000s Topps photography and design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock, printing sharpness, and accurate team colors match authentic 2002 Topps production standards. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low raw value.
Flaws to Note
Standard minor modern card manufacturing quirks possible, slight potential corner softening or edge chipping typical of 2002 Topps mass production. No major creases or surface defects visible in the image.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best sold as part of a lot or team set), or local card shops/shows for bulk trading.
Selling Tips
Not economically viable to professionally grade due to high grading fees relative to the card's low raw value. Best sold raw as a single or bundled with other Braves stars.