2009 Topps Triple Threads Will Venable Rising Stars Auto Relic /99 #113
Will Venable · Topps (Triple Threads High-End Brand) · Rookie Auto Relic (RAR), Serial Numbered /99, Parallel
Player
Will Venable
Set
2009 Topps Triple Threads Rising Stars
Year
2009
Card #
#113
Condition Grade
Estimated Raw (NM-MT). Potential Grade: PSA 8 or BGS 8.5 due to characteristic thick-stock chipping on edges and surface rainbow-foil sensitivity.
Category
Rookie Auto Relic (RAR), Serial Numbered /99, Parallel
Manufacturer
Topps (Triple Threads High-End Brand)
Demand Level
Moderate/Niche. Venable is a popular former Padre and current MLB coach, but demand is primarily driven by Padres team collectors or Triple Threads set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $35-45, PSA 9: $60-80, PSA 10: $150+ (Pop 1 potential)
Comparable Sales
Recent 2009 Triple Threads mid-tier rookie autos /99 have sold between $12 and $35. High-end Padres fans occasionally pay premiums for clean autograph examples.
Description
Exquisite 2009 Topps Triple Threads Will Venable Rising Stars rookie-era card. Featuring a high-gloss rainbow foil finish, this card includes a blue ink on-card autograph and triple wood-bat relics die-cut into '25 SD OF'. Serial numbered 17/99 in gold foil.
Key Features
On-card signature (not a sticker), unique die-cut wood bat relics, low serial numbering /99, and 'Rising Stars' rookie-era designation for the former Padres standout.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps foil stamping, consistent blue ink flow with no 'bubbling' on the gloss, and correct recessed relic windows for the 2009 Triple Threads release.
Flaws to Note
Minor white chipping on the top right corner and bottom edge visible against the dark orange borders. Thick card stock often leads to soft corners; surface shows minor fingerprinting/smudging on the foil.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-tail sales, or San Diego Padres fan groups on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Do not grade; the cost of grading exceeds the likely ROI. Use 'Padres RC Auto' in the title. Ship in a 100pt+ thick top loader inside a bubble mailer to prevent corner damage.