2023 Topps Chrome Disney 100 Panchito Wave Refractor #28
Panchito Pistoles (Disney Character) · Topps (Disney Licensed) · Refractor Parallel (Wave)
Player
Panchito Pistoles (Disney Character)
Set
2023 Topps Chrome Disney 100
Year
2023
Card #
#28
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left, and there is a common surface issue with this set involving light micro-scratching on the chrome finish. Corners and edges appear sharp through the sleeve.
Category
Refractor Parallel (Wave)
Manufacturer
Topps (Disney Licensed)
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong - While Panchito is a secondary character, the Disney 100 Chrome set is highly collected by both sports card cross-over hobbyists and Disney enthusiasts. Demand is driven by the limited distribution of the set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $120-150
Comparable Sales
Raw base versions of this card sell for $2-5; Silver Wave Refractors for mid-tier characters like Panchito typically settle between $15 and $25. PSA 10 copies of similar Wave parallels in this set have recently trended upward toward $150.
Description
This is a 2023 Topps Chrome Disney 100 card featuring Panchito Pistoles from The Three Caballeros. The card features a stunning Silver Wave Refractor pattern that creates a multi-color undulating light effect across the background. The character is set against a stylized Mickey-head silhouette. This set was a limited Asia-market exclusive release, making it significantly rarer than standard US retail Topps products.
Key Features
Limited Asia-exclusive release; popular Disney 100th Anniversary branding; high-gloss Chrome technology; iconic Three Caballeros character representation.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The specific 'Topps Chrome' logo font, the etched feel of the refractor pattern, and the authentic Disney copyright logo on the bottom left are consistent with genuine 2023 Disney 100 production. These cards have not yet seen widespread high-quality counterfeiting due to the complex wave refractor foil.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. Chrome cards are highly susceptible to surface dimples and fine 'refractor lines' that can occur during the manufacturing process. Visible fingerprints on the sleeve (not card) should be ignored, but surface should be wiped with microfiber before grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this card due to its global reach for Disney collectors. Facebook groups dedicated to 'Disney 100 Topps Chrome' are also excellent for direct sales to avoid fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are confident in a PSA 10. Given the current market, the cost of grading often exceeds the value of a PSA 9 for secondary characters. List with 'Asia Exclusive' and 'Refractor' in the title. Use high-resolution photos that show the 'Wave' light refraction.