Certificate #4B748DBEE663 · Basketball
Topps Chrome · #221 · 2025
Consider. Send it if a 9 is still worth more than the fee.
Estimate, not an official grade.
Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.
| Check | Front | Back |
|---|---|---|
| Centering | 9.5 | 9 |
| Corners | 10 | 10 |
| Edges | 10 | 10 |
| Surface | 10 | 10 |
| Whitening | 10 | 10 |
| Holo / foil | 10 | 10 |
Limited by Centering 9 All categories pristine
Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.
No defects listed at this photo resolution.
Back The back surface is clean and clear of imperfections.
Front Perimeter is clean with no ink wear.
Back Perimeter is clean with no ink wear.
Front The foil layer is pristine with full, uniform shimmer. No scratches or dulling on the foil layer.
An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.
Graded 9
$100
Raw, ungraded
$44.08
Grading premium
+127%
| Grade | Average | Range and sales |
|---|---|---|
| Raw | $44.08 | $19.40 – $80.00 · 37 listings |
| Grade 9 This card | $100 | $100 – $110 · 3 sales |
| Grade 10 | $950 | $650 – $1,250 · 2 sales |
Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.
Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.
Rising demand for rookie cards of top NBA prospects, combined with limited serial-numbered variants, drives appreciation. Recent volatility suggests short-term fluctuations but long-term growth.
Next months. Next 3–6 months: Likely continued price swings with upward bias as rookie season progresses and new sales data emerges.
Long term. 1–3 years: Strong appreciation expected, especially for graded copies and rare parallels, as Wembanyama's legacy develops.
Victor Wembanyama (likely a misspelling of Victor Wembanyama, though the correct name is Victor Wembanyama) is a highly touted French basketball player who entered the 2025 NBA season as one of the most anticipated rookies. The card commemorates his debut season and rising status in professional basketball.
This card was first released in early 2025 as part of the 2025 Topps Chrome Loading set, produced by Topps in the United States.
Condition. Key flaws include edge wear, corner dings, and refractor surface scratches. The serial-numbered green refractor is prone to holographic distortion if mishandled. Check for centering alignment and print clarity on the front and back.
Storage. Store in a rigid, non-acidic card sleeve with a top-loader backup. Keep in a climate-controlled environment away from humidity and direct sunlight to preserve the refractor finish and prevent color fading.
Authenticity. Fakes often lack the crisp serial numbering and proper refractor shine. Verify the /99 designation and Topps logo placement. Authentic cards have a distinct holographic pattern; reprints may show flat or inconsistent color shifts.
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