2023 Topps Series 1 Justin Verlander Major League Material Relic #MLM-JV
Justin Verlander · Topps · Relic / Memorabilia / Game-Used
Player
Justin Verlander
Set
2023 Topps Series 1 Major League Material
Year
2023
Card #
#MLM-JV
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7 (Near Mint) or PSA 8 (NM-MT) due to common edge wear on thick relic stock.
Category
Relic / Memorabilia / Game-Used
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Verlander is a high-demand HOF lock, but 'plain white jersey' relics are very common in modern sets.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20.00-30.00, PSA 9: $45.00-60.00, PSA 10: $100.00-130.00 (Note: Relics rarely receive PSA 10s)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for this specific card range from $6.00 to $10.00 plus shipping for raw copies. Parallels (numbered versions) sell for significantly more.
Description
This 2023 Topps Series 1 Justin Verlander card features the future Hall of Famer in his Houston Astros uniform. Part of the 'Major League Material' insert set, it includes an authentic piece of white game-used memorabilia swatch embedded in the card front. The design features a blurred stadium background with a bold white nameplate on the left side.
Key Features
Future Hall of Famer player, Game-Used Memorabilia swatch, Official MLB Licensed Topps product, Astros-era collectibility.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The authentic game-used swatch is professionally embedded; the gloss and holographic 'Topps' logo stamping in the bottom right corner are consistent with 2023 production.
Flaws to Note
Relic cards are prone to corner dings and edge chipping because they are printed on thicker card stock. This specific card appears to have slight white showing on the bottom right corner. Centering looks slightly shifted toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card. It would also sell well in a Justin Verlander or Houston Astros fan group on Facebook.
Selling Tips
Grading is generally not recommended for this particular card as the cost of grading ($25+) exceeds the raw market value. Use the keyword 'Game Used Jersey' in your title. Ship in a bubble mailer (thick top loader required) rather than a plain white envelope to protect the relic swatch.