2023 Topps Series 2 Jacob deGrom #488
Jacob deGrom · Topps · Base
Player
Jacob deGrom
Set
2023 Topps Series 2
Year
2023
Card #
#488
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Potential. Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border (approx 60/40); corners and edges look sharp from photo, though surface cannot be fully vetted.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. deGrom remains a highly collectible modern pitcher, though modern base paper cards have massive print runs which limits individual card demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $40-55
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $1.99 with shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $35-$50 range, but the volume is low for base paper cards.
Description
2023 Topps Series 2 Jacob deGrom base card featuring the 2-time Cy Young winner in his Texas Rangers home uniform. The card shows deGrom mid-delivery with the iconic Rangers 'T' logo and the Topps 75th Anniversary stamp in the upper left corner. The design features a white border with red and blue team-color accents.
Key Features
First flagship Topps card featuring Jacob deGrom in a Texas Rangers uniform; Hall of Fame trajectory player; 75th Anniversary logo design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock texture, accurate Topps 75 logo holographic-style printing, and standard 2023 Topps typography. Modern base cards are rarely counterfeited due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-side centering heavy bias. Minor white chipping possible on the dark red lower border (common for this set). No major creases or corner dings visible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a PWE/Plain White Envelope listing), COMC for long-term consignment, or as part of a Texas Rangers team set on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended for this specific base card as the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the raw value. Best sold in a bundle with other deGrom cards or Rangers players to maximize shipping efficiency.
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