2023 Topps Holiday Julio Rodriguez SP Short Print #H146
Julio Rodriguez · Topps · Short Print (SP), Variation, Holiday Theme
Player
Julio Rodriguez
Set
2023 Topps Holiday Baseball
Year
2023
Card #
#H146
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) range. Centering appears slightly heavy on the right (roughly 55/45 or 60/40); corners look sharp through the one-touch case, but high-gloss surfaces often have micro-scratches.
Category
Short Print (SP), Variation, Holiday Theme
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Julio Rodriguez remains a top-tier hobby collectible, though Holiday products are considered a 'seasonal' niche compared to flagship Topps Series 1 or Chrome.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for the 2023 Holiday J-Rod SP have averaged between $6 and $10. PSA 10 examples have recently realized between $70 and $90.
Description
Featured here is a 2023 Topps Holiday base variation Short Print of Seattle Mariners superstar Julio Rodriguez. The card features a festive design with a 'candy cane' style border on the left side wrapped in evergreen garland. The background includes a subtle snowflake motif, and Julio is pictured in his navy Mariners jersey with his signature eye black and chains. This version is an SP, which can be verified by the code on the back of the card ending in #501.
Key Features
Features one of the most popular young stars in MLB; unique Short Print variation (SP) featuring holiday-themed design; part of the popular annual Walmart-exclusive Holiday release.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps Holiday gloss/stock; font styles and logo placement match known 2023 Holiday prints; internal 'Holiday' code on the back (usually ending in 501 for SP images) confirms it is the Short Print variation rather than the common base.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias. Visible scratches are present on the magnetic one-touch case, but the card surface must be inspected for factory dimples or print lines common in this stock. White edges on the back of Holiday cards are prone to chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high volume of player collectors. COMC is also a viable option for low-to-mid value SPs.
Selling Tips
Check the code on the back of the card to confirm if it is a Short Print (SP), Super Short Print (SSP), or Ultra Short Print. Listing it as an 'SP Variation' is crucial for search visibility. Due to the raw value being under $15, grading is generally not recommended unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10.