2017 Topps Update Luke Voit RC #US289 (In-Person Autograph)
Luke Voit · Topps · Rookie Card (RC) / Aftermarket Autograph
Player
Luke Voit
Set
2017 Topps Update Series
Year
2017
Card #
#US289
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) / Authentic Auto (Estimated). Centering looks slightly left-heavy (approx 45/55). Corners show very minor white touch on the bottom right. Surface is affected by the ink density.
Category
Rookie Card (RC) / Aftermarket Autograph
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Voit is currently a journeyman/free agent, which has lowered his market since his Yankee peak. However, 2017 Topps Update remains a premier set for collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 8 Authentic Auto: $25-40; PSA 9 Authentic Auto: $50-70; PSA 10 Authentic Auto: $100+
Comparable Sales
Raw base (unsigned) sells for $1-3. Certified Topps Chrome autos of Voit sell for $15-30. In-person signed base cards typically range from $8 to $20 depending on the buyer's trust in the signature.
Description
2017 Topps Update Series rookie card featuring Luke Voit during his tenure with the St. Louis Cardinals. The card features a large, bold blue ink in-person (aftermarket) autograph across the midsection. The classic 2017 borders frame an image of Voit in his home white uniform with red gloves held up.
Key Features
True Rookie Card (RC) from the high-demand 2017 Topps Update set. Features a large, legible signature. Voit is a former AL Home Run Leader (2020), giving this card appeal to Cardinals, Yankees, and power-hitter collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
The signature matches Luke Voit's known 2017-2018 era signing style. Print pixelation on the Topps logo and 'RC' badge is consistent with genuine 2017 stock. High confidence in card authenticity; Medium-High confidence in autograph authenticity based on stroke flow.
Flaws to Note
The autograph is 'aftermarket' (in-person/private signing), not certified by Topps on the back. There is slight corner wear on the bottom right edge. The ink is very heavy, which can sometimes lead to minor bubbling on Topps glossy stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now with 'Best Offer' enabled) or Cardinals-specific Facebook collector groups. This card is best suited for an environment where buyers search for 'Luke Voit Auto'.
Selling Tips
Since this is an uncertified autograph, getting it authenticated (PSA/DNA or JSA) would significantly increase the price. If selling raw, clearly state 'In-person autograph' in the title. Use high-resolution photos of the corners to show condition.