2023 Topps Heritage MacKenzie Gore #415
MacKenzie Gore · Topps · Base Short Print (SP)
Player
MacKenzie Gore
Set
2023 Topps Heritage High Number
Year
2023
Card #
415
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy at the bottom (approx 65/35), and bottom-right corner shows minor white tip wear from handling.
Category
Base Short Print (SP)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Gore is a former top prospect, base cards for non-rookie pitchers in the Heritage set have limited liquidity compared to parallels or short prints.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.50 to $2.00 plus shipping. Graded copies (PSA 10) of similar non-rookie base pitchers from this set typically settle around the $30 mark but take significant time to sell.
Description
2023 Topps Heritage MacKenzie Gore base card featuring several design elements inspired by the 1974 Topps set. The card shows Gore in his Washington Nationals home jersey with a black Rawlings glove. The header features high-contrast 'NATIONALS' text and the footer displays the player name and position in the classic 74-style typography.
Key Features
Features the iconic 1974 Topps design. MacKenzie Gore is a high-potential young pitcher, making this an affordable add for Nationals fans or team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The matte card stock is characteristic of the Topps Heritage line. The specific typography and 'NATIONALS' logo alignment are consistent with 2023 retail and hobby releases.
Flaws to Note
Centering is top-heavy (bottom border is thicker). Minor corner wear visible on the bottom-right and top-left. Surface may have typical Heritage matte finish micro-scratches common with friction in packs.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay 'Buy It Now' with $1.00 PWE (Plain White Envelope) shipping, or as part of a 'pick your card' multi-listing. Also ideal for COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term storage and slow-burn sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees will exceed the market value of the card. Use keywords like '2023 Heritage MacKenzie Gore Nationals' and use an eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs under $1 to remain competitive.