2018 Topps Heritage Joey Votto #496
Joey Votto · Topps · Base (Heritage High Number)
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2018 Topps Heritage High Number
Year
2018
Card #
#496
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 55/45). Corners look sharp and surface appears clean with no visible print lines or snow.
Category
Base (Heritage High Number)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Joey Votto has a very dedicated cult following and strong HOF trajectory, though base cards from this era are plentiful.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $50 range, though the cost of grading outweighs the profit margin for an estimated PSA 9.
Description
This 2018 Topps Heritage card features Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto in the iconic 1969 Topps design. The card showcases a smiling Votto in his home white Reds jersey with the signature 'circle' nameplate design in the upper left. This card is part of the High Number series released later in the 2018 season.
Key Features
Features the popular 1969 throwback design; Hall of Fame caliber player; High Number set cards often have slightly lower print runs than Series 1 Heritage.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct matte card stock texture (non-glossy); Topps Heritage logo in top right corner is crisp; 1969 design elements match authentic production. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias on the front border. Minor edge roughness typical of Heritage stock which is designed to feel like vintage paper.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or Sportlots. Best sold as part of a Reds team lot or Heritage set-filler listing.
Selling Tips
Due to the low value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are pursuing a personal registry set. List using eBay Standard Envelope for $1.00 shipping to maximize buyer interest. Use keywords like '1969 Design' and 'CP' for Cincinnati Reds collectors.