2023 Topps Series 1 Merrill Kelly #132
Merrill Kelly · Topps · Base
Player
Merrill Kelly
Set
2023 Topps Series 1
Year
2023
Card #
#132
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. Centering looks slightly biased toward the top/right based on the provided angle, but corners and edges appear sharp within the top loader.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low/Stable. Merrill Kelly is a solid MLB pitcher, but as a non-rookie base card of a veteran player, demand is primarily limited to Diamondbacks team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for this specific base card range from $0.25 to $1.50 plus shipping. Parallel versions like the 'Rainbow Foil' or 'Gold /2023' fetch higher prices of $3-$10.
Description
2023 Topps Series 1 base card featuring Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly in his white home jersey, captured mid-pitch. The design features the classic 2023 Topps white border with red accents and the Diamondbacks team logo at the bottom.
Key Features
Reliable veteran starter; key member of the 2023 Diamondbacks World Series run team; clean modern design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 2023 Topps card stock, logo holographic foil on front, and high-definition photography. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering shift toward the top-right border. Potential surface scratches invisible through the top loader. Standard mass-production print lines possible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot), COMC (best for low-value base cards), or local card shop trade-in bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading is significantly higher than the card's final value. Best sold as part of a Diamondbacks 'team lot' or to a collector looking to finish their 2023 Topps set. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap $0.60-$1.00 shipping to remain competitive.