2022 Topps Will Smith Short Print SP Variation #287 (Celebrate)
Will Smith · Topps · Short Print (SP), Variation, Base Set Image Variation
Player
Will Smith
Set
2022 Topps Series 1
Year
2022
Card #
#287
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border (60/40), and the lower-left corner shows minor white peeking/softness. Surface appears clean with no major scratches visible.
Category
Short Print (SP), Variation, Base Set Image Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Will Smith is one of the premier catchers in MLB. Demand is steady among Dodgers fans and 'set' builders looking to complete variation sub-sets. Value fluctuates with the Dodgers' postseason performance.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-90
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific SP variation have ranged from $6 to $11. Graded PSA 10 examples have reached $85. Graded PSA 9s usually settle around $30, though volume is low as players often don't grade base variations unless they are superstars.
Description
A beautiful 2022 Topps Series 1 Will Smith Short Print Image Variation. Unlike the standard base card featuring a batting stance, this SSP (Short Print) captures Smith in a high-energy celebratory run on the field. The card features the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo in the upper right. Glossy finish with silver foil accents around the frame and nameplate. Perfect for a Dodgers team collector or Will Smith player collector.
Key Features
Image Variation Short Print (SP). These are much rarer than standard base cards, typically found at a rate of 1 in every few dozen packs. Features a HOF-track catcher for a major market team (Dodgers).
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps 75' logo has the correct pixel density, the card stock thickness matches 2022 Topps Series 1 standards, and the 'CMP' code on the back (not pictured, but standard for identifying SPs) would confirm the variation. Standard card stock with no signs of reprinting.
Flaws to Note
Right edge centering is tight compared to the left. The bottom left corner shows light handling wear typical of cards pulled from retail packs without immediate sleeving. Minor white 'snowing' on the dark 'LAD' banner at the top left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of Dodgers collectors and set-builders. Facebook Dodgers-specific collector groups would also be a good venue to avoid fees.
Selling Tips
Always mention 'SP' or 'Short Print' in the title. Since this is an image variation, buyers look for it specifically. Ensure the card is in a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for inexpensive tracked shipping on cards under $20.