2023 Topps Series 1 Giancarlo Stanton Stars of MLB #SMLB-22
Giancarlo Stanton · Topps · Insert
Player
Giancarlo Stanton
Set
2023 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB
Year
2023
Card #
SMLB-22
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - Visual inspection shows sharp corners and clean edges, though these foil inserts are prone to surface scratching and static centering issues.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - While a frequent insert, Stanton has a loyal collector base and Yankees cards generally maintain steady interest.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies consistently fall between $0.99 and $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 10 copies occasionally reach the $40-50 range but are low-volume sellers.
Description
This 2023 Topps Stars of MLB insert features New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton in a powerful follow-through swing. The card boasts a vibrant, cosmic-themed background with a holographic foil finish that reacts beautifully to light. A prominent 'STARS OF MLB' logo sits at the bottom above the player's name.
Key Features
Features a perennial All-Star and former MVP; highly attractive holographic foil design; part of a popular retail-exclusive insert set.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Topps chrome-style foil stock; correct logo placement and trademark symbols; standard 2.5 x 3.5 inch dimensions. Confidence: High. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering variance; potential for light surface scuffing common with foil card stocks; top right corner appears sharp but necessitates high-magnification check.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or local card show dollar bins.
Selling Tips
Use an eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs under $1.00 for the buyer. Grading is generally not recommended for this card unless you are confident in a PSA 10, as the grading fee often exceeds the card's market value.