2019 Topps Chrome Joey Votto Sepia Refractor #115
Joey Votto · Topps · Parallel (Sepia Refractor)
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2019 Topps Chrome
Year
2019
Card #
#115
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have sharp corners and clean edges, though 2019 Chrome is known for surface dimples. Centering looks slightly heavy toward the left and bottom based on the white border alignment.
Category
Parallel (Sepia Refractor)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joey Votto is a fan favorite and potential Hall of Famer, but Sepia Refractors are high-volume parallels produced in large quantities.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific card range from $2 to $6 plus shipping. PSA 10 examples have historically sold for $50+ during the baseball season, though market volume is currently stable for Votto non-rookie parallels.
Description
This 2019 Topps Chrome card features Joey Votto in an iconic kneeling pose in the dugout. As a Sepia Refractor parallel, it boasts a unique monochromatic bronze-toned finish that reacts to light with a rainbow spectrum. The high-gloss Chrome technology and the sepia tint give this modern card a vintage aesthetic. A must-have for Cincinnati Reds fans and Votto collectors.
Key Features
Future Hall of Famer Joey Votto; Popular Sepia Refractor parallel exclusive to retail 'Blaster' boxes; Iconic dugout photography; High-gloss Chrome finish.
Authenticity Indicators
Verification of the Topps Chrome logo font and depth, correct 'Sepia' color palette which is difficult to replicate, standard 35pt stock thickness, and correct 'Reds' team logo hologram-style printing. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Slight favoring of left-side centering (thin right border); minor surface fingerprinting visible in photo (needs cleaning); possible minute chipping on bottom edge common for chrome stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or in a Reds team lot. Also a great candidate for the COMC (Check Out My Cards) platform due to low shipping overhead for mid-range parallels.
Selling Tips
Use a soft microfiber cloth to remove any surface oils or fingerprints before digitizing. List with keywords like 'Refractor', 'SP', and 'HOF?' to attract maximum traffic. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a photo mailer or via eBay Standard Envelope for $1.00 to maximize profit on low-value items.