2023 Topps Series 1 Clayton Kershaw Stars of MLB #SMLBC-4
Clayton Kershaw · Topps · Insert / Foil
Player
Clayton Kershaw
Set
2023 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB Insert
Year
2023
Card #
#SMLBC-4
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - Visual inspection shows good centering, sharp corners, and clean edges, typical for modern pack-fresh retail inserts.
Category
Insert / Foil
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Kershaw is highly collectible for Dodgers fans and HOF completionists, but this is a high-volume retail insert.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-50
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for $30-45 to registry collectors.
Description
This 2023 Topps Stars of MLB insert features Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw in his follow-through pitch motion. The card features a vibrant silver foil finish with a futuristic geometric background and a rainbow refractive sheen when held to light.
Key Features
Features Future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw; Popular retail-exclusive insert set; clean modern design with refractive foil finish.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Topps silver foil treatment; high-gloss surface; correct 2023 Topps copyright micro-print on reverse; High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Common minor surface print lines (print lines) prevalent in 2023 Topps foil stock; potential for tiny white chips on thin card stock corners if handled without sleeves.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC for bulk processing, or local Los Angeles area card shows.
Selling Tips
Due to low raw value, list as 'eBay Standard Envelope' to keep shipping costs under $1. Not recommended for grading unless you are seeking a PSA 10 for a personal collection, as grading fees often exceed market value for these common inserts.