2023 Topps Holiday Starling Marte Green Parallel Autograph #HWA-SM
Starling Marte · Topps (Fanatics) · Autograph, Parallel (Green), Insert
Player
Starling Marte
Set
2023 Topps Holiday Baseball
Year
2023
Card #
#HWA-SM
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears excellent on the front. Corners look sharp through the case, though the bottom-right shows a tiny speck of white. Surface looks clean with no visible scratches or ink smearing.
Category
Autograph, Parallel (Green), Insert
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Moderate. Starling Marte is a respected veteran, but as he is later in his career, demand is driven primarily by Mets team collectors rather than prospect investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$20.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $90-120
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for similar 2023 Holiday veteran autographs range from $15 to $30. 2022 Holiday Marte autos have settled around $20. The Green parallel adds a slight premium over the base silver/white holiday autos.
Description
2023 Topps Holiday Starling Marte Green Parallel Autograph. This festive card features Marte in his New York Mets home pinstripes against a glittery green 'snowfall' background with candy cane border accents. The card features a clear blue ink sticker autograph with the 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' stamp. A perfect holiday-themed addition for any Mets fan or Marte collector.
Key Features
Features a recognizable MLB All-Star; Green parallel variant which is typically limited (though not numbered in this specific set, it is a rare hit); festive seasonal design; certified autograph.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock, printing patterns, and specific Topps Holiday glitter-foil effects are consistent with genuine 2023 releases. The sticker autograph has the correct reflective holographic properties.
Flaws to Note
Sticker autograph (less desirable than on-card), slight potential for minor edge chipping common on colored border Topps products, and one very minor speck of white on the lower right corner.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of Mets team collectors. Facebook Mets fan groups are a secondary option to avoid seller fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will likely exceed the value added for a sticker auto of a veteran player. List as '2023 Topps Holiday Starling Marte AUTO Mets.' Use high-resolution photos outside of the one-touch to show surface clarity. Ship in a bubble mailer via USPS Ground Advantage to ensure tracking.