2023 Topps Chrome MLS Jonathan Bamba Aqua Shimmer Refractor #056/199
Jonathan Bamba · Topps · Parallel, Numbered (/199), Refractor (Aqua Shimmer)
Player
Jonathan Bamba
Set
2023 Topps Chrome Major League Soccer (MLS)
Year
2023
Card #
Not visible (base card number would be found on reverse)
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; centering appears 55/45 left-to-right, corners look sharp through the penny sleeve, and the shimmer surface masks minor print lines common in this set.
Category
Parallel, Numbered (/199), Refractor (Aqua Shimmer)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate; MLS collectors and Chicago Fire fans drive a steady market, though soccer cards typically see peak demand during the season or major transfers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $30
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for similar /199 MLS Chrome parallels range from $12 to $25 for mid-tier players. Higher profile players in this set often fetch $40+ raw. Graded comps for 2023 MLS Chrome PSA 9s usually double the raw value.
Description
A beautiful 2023 Topps Chrome MLS Jonathan Bamba card featuring the vibrant Aqua Shimmer Refractor parallel. Serial numbered 056/199 in gold foil on the top left. The card shows Bamba in his Chicago Fire FC kit with a high-action pose against a fractured, multi-color light-refracting background. Topps Chrome logo and MLS shield are prominent on the top.
Key Features
Low serial number (under 200), popular Aqua Shimmer parallel design, and features a high-profile European transfer to the MLS (Chicago Fire).
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic gold foil stamping for the serial number, correct Topps Chrome stock thickness, and reactive 'shimmer' refraction patterns that are difficult to counterfeit. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias towards the bottom. Possible surface dimples or micro-scratching inherent to the chrome shimmer finish which can only be verified outside the sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of soccer set-builders and player-specific collectors. Facebook Soccer Card groups are also effective.
Selling Tips
Highlight the '056/199' serial number in the title. Take a photo without the sleeve and top loader if safely possible to show the surface clarity. Use keywords like 'Chicago Fire', 'Numbered', 'Refractor', and 'Short Print'.