2013 Topps Series 1 Chasing History Game-Used Memorabilia David Wright #CHRDW
David Wright · Topps · Relic / Game-Used Memorabilia
Player
David Wright
Set
2013 Topps Series 1 Chasing History Game-Used Relics
Year
2013
Card #
#CHRDW
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Thick card stock often shows corner softening and chipping; the bottom left corner appears slightly rounded.
Category
Relic / Game-Used Memorabilia
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - David Wright remains a fan favorite and 'PC' (Personal Collection) target for Mets fans, though standard bat relics have a stable but capped market value.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35; PSA 9: $55-70; PSA 10: $150-200 (Note: High grades are rare due to card thickness)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for David Wright bat relics from this era range from $6 to $15 depending on the specific set and shipping costs. Higher-end 'Patch' versions sell for significantly more.
Description
This 2013 Topps David Wright Chasing History card features a genuine piece of game-used bat (Mets Hits subset). The card design features an orange textured background on the left with a vertical silver 'Chasing History' banner, alongside an action shot of 'Captain America' in his Mets home whites following through on a swing.
Key Features
Features an authentic piece of game-used memorabilia; commemorates David Wright's pursuit of the New York Mets franchise hit record; iconic player for Mets collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps foil stamping and high-quality game-used material texture. The 'Game-Used Memorabilia' text on the front is a standard feature for this mass-produced 2013 insert set.
Flaws to Note
Corners show slight whitening characteristic of heavier card stock used for relics. There is minor chipping evident on the bottom edge. Thick cards are notoriously difficult to grade highly.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of Mets team collectors. Facebook Mets-specific collector groups are also a viable option.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this card as the cost of grading likely exceeds the value of the card unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint. Ship in a padded bubble mailer using a thick-point top loader to avoid crushing the relic piece.