2023 Topps Series 1 Manny Machado #123
Manny Machado · Topps · Base
Player
Manny Machado
Set
2023 Topps Series 1
Year
2023
Card #
#123
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - The card exhibits excellent centering (approx 55/45) and sharp corners. The edges appear clean with no visible chipping, and the surface shows no obvious print defects or scratches from the provided image.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Machado is a highly sought-after perennial All-Star, but as a high-volume base card, demand is primarily driven by Padres team collectors and player set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.25 to $1.25 plus shipping. Graded PSA 10 copies of similar 2023 base cards typically achieve $30-50, though volume for base grading is low.
Description
Excellent condition 2023 Topps Series 1 Manny Machado base card #123. The card features Machado in his San Diego Padres home pinstripes mid-swing. The design includes the 'Topps 75' anniversary stamp in the upper right. The card has a clean white border and classic Topps gloss finish.
Key Features
San Diego Padres superstar and future Hall of Fame contender Manny Machado. Features the 2023 Topps 75th Anniversary logo. Essential base card for team collectors and player completers.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock thickness, high-definition offset printing for the 'Topps 75' logo, and correct 'SD' Padres branding. No signs of reprinting or trimming. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Minor left-to-right centering bias toward the right border. Top right corner shows a microscopic white speck common in modern pack-fresh cards. No significant surface or edge damage detected.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for volume), COMC (best for low-value base cards to save on shipping), or local card shop 'bulk' bins. Best sold in a 'player lot' or 'team lot' to maximize value against shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, this card is not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. Use a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method for under $20 to keep costs competitive. Include 'San Diego Padres' and 'Machado' in keywords.