2023 Topps Chrome Victor Wembanyama 'Tenacious Turkey' Purple Refractor /75
Victor Wembanyama (Tenacious Turkey Mascot) · Topps (Licensed by Fanatics) · Parallel, Numbered, Short Print, Insert, First Chrome
Player
Victor Wembanyama (Tenacious Turkey Mascot)
Set
2023 Topps Chrome Victor Wembanyama (Wemby) Collection - Mascot Subseries
Year
2023
Card #
Not visible (Part of Wemby mascot subset)
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering looks excellent (50/50), corners appear sharp through the top loader, surface exhibits characteristic Chrome refractor sheen with no visible print lines from the photo.
Category
Parallel, Numbered, Short Print, Insert, First Chrome
Manufacturer
Topps (Licensed by Fanatics)
Demand Level
Strong; Victor Wembanyama is the most tracked player in the hobby, and numbered parallels of his high-end inserts carry significant premiums.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$150 - $250
Graded Value
PSA 8: $125-175, PSA 9: $250-325, PSA 10: $600-800
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for raw 'Tenacious Turkey' base versions range from $20-40, while /75 and /99 parallels for similar Wemby inserts have sold between $180 and $300 depending on the specific parallel rarity.
Description
A rare 2023 Topps Chrome Victor Wembanyama 'Tenacious Turkey' Purple Refractor numbered 51/75. The card features a vibrant animated mascot with a 'VF' (Victor First) logo, commemorating Wembanyama's debut year with Topps. The purple border is a color-match to the Spurs team colors, making it highly desirable for team collectors. High-gloss chrome finish with refractor tech.
Key Features
Rare Purple Refractor parallel numbered to 75; Features 'VF First Chrome' stamp; Color-match purple border; Victor Wembanyama thematic mascot insert which has become a cult favorite among modern collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Topps Chrome card stock thickness, high-definition printing on the 'VF' and 'Tenacious Turkey' text, correct font for the gold foil numbering 51/75, and proper refractive light refraction. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Potential for surface scratches common in Chrome sets; slight dust under the top loader visible but appears to be external. Grading could be impacted by minor factory dimples which are frequent in this specific Topps release.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (for maximum reach), MySlabs (for lower fees), or high-end Basketball Card Facebook groups. Auction houses like Goldin or Heritage would be better if part of a larger lot.
Selling Tips
Always use a brand new penny sleeve and top loader for photos to avoid visible scratches. Keywords: Wemby, 1st Chrome, Purple Refractor, SSP, Numbered. I recommend grading this card if surface is clean, as a PSA 10 would nearly triple the raw value.