2018 Topps Chrome Joey Votto Pink Refractor #110
Joey Votto · Topps (Chrome) · Parallel (Pink Refractor)
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2018 Topps Chrome
Year
2018
Card #
110
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right and top edges. The lower-left corner shows a visible white speck indicating slight wear. Surfaces on 2018 Chrome often suffer from dimples, which are hard to see without a direct flash.
Category
Parallel (Pink Refractor)
Manufacturer
Topps (Chrome)
Demand Level
Moderate. Joey Votto has a very loyal fan base in Cincinnati and among 'Sabermetrics' collectors. Demand is stable as he nears retirement and Hall of Fame consideration.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of 2018 Topps Chrome Pink Refractors of veteran stars typically range from $1.50 to $4.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 examples of this specific card have recently settled in the $40-50 range, but PSA 9s often sell for less than the cost of the grading fee.
Description
Featured here is a stunning 2018 Topps Chrome Joey Votto Pink Refractor card #110. This card features the Cincinnati Reds legend in his All-Star Game uniform, capturing his iconic batting stance. The pink refractor finish offers a vibrant, metallic shimmer that highlights the Reds' team colors perfectly. The card features the 'All-Star Game Washington DC 2018' logo on the jersey and bottom left of the card.
Key Features
Features future Hall of Fame candidate Joey Votto. Rare Pink Refractor retail-exclusive parallel. All-Star Game commemorative photography and logos.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. Correct Topps Chrome stock thickness and 'Refractor' text usually present on back. The rainbow light refraction pattern is consistent with genuine 2018 Topps retail parallels. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to relatively low raw value.
Flaws to Note
Centering is approximately 60/40 toward the top and right. Minor white chipping visible on the bottom-left corner. Slight surface dust/smudges visible which should be wiped with a microfiber cloth before any potential grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card using a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' feature. It could also move quickly in a $3-5 bin at a local card show or on a Reds-specific Facebook collector group.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees ($19+) exceed the raw value. List it with the keyword 'Pink Refractor' and 'Reds'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a cardboard-reinforced 'eBay Standard Envelope' to keep shipping costs under $1.00 for the buyer.