Patrick Corbin 2020 Topps Chrome Baseball Card Appraisal
Category: Sports Memorabilia
Description
This item is a baseball trading card featuring pitcher Patrick Corbin of the Washington Nationals. The card is encased in a clear plastic protective holder. The card appears to be from the Topps Chrome series, as indicated by the 'Topps Chrome' logo in the upper right corner. The image on the card shows Patrick Corbin in a pitching motion, wearing the Washington Nationals' red uniform with the number 46 on the back. The team logo and the player's name are clearly printed on the card's front. The card's background has a slightly glossy or metallic finish characteristic of Chrome cards. The corners and edges appear sharp, suggesting the card is in good condition, though a close examination out of the case would be needed to confirm any minor wear or surface imperfections. There are no obvious signs of significant damage such as creases, bends, or tears visible through the plastic holder. The card's overall appearance suggests it is a modern trading card, likely from the 2020 season given the uniform and Topps Chrome branding for that year.
Appraisal Report
Upon examining the provided image of the 2020 Topps Chrome Patrick Corbin card, I note its apparent good condition within the plastic case. The corners and edges appear sharp, and there are no visible creases or surface flaws through the holder. The "Topps Chrome" branding and the 2020 Nationals uniform align with the stated year and series. This appears to be a standard base card from the set. AUTHENTICITY LIMITATION: While the card appears genuine based on visual cues (logos, design), I cannot definitively authenticate it without a physical examination out of the case to check for any tampering, printing variations, or surface modifications not visible in the image. Provenance documentation would also be beneficial. MARKET CONDITIONS: Patrick Corbin is a known player but not a premium-tier star whose base cards command significant value. 2020 Topps Chrome is a widely produced set. Base cards from this set generally trade in the low-dollar range. RARITY: As a standard base card, this item is not rare. DEMAND: Demand for base cards of non-superstar players is generally low. COMPARABLES: Looking at recent sales data for raw (un-graded) 2020 Topps Chrome base Patrick Corbin cards on secondary markets, completed sales typically range from under $0.50 to a few dollars depending on condition and seller. A perfectly conditioned raw example might fetch slightly more to someone completing the set, but it would not be a significant jump in value. VALUE FACTORS: The primary value factors here are condition (which seems good from the image) and the low inherent market value of a base card of this player from this set. The potential for minor un-detectable flaws without physical inspection is a cautionary note. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION NEEDED: A physical inspection is required to confirm surface condition, check for micro-flaws not visible in the image, and potentially submit for professional grading to lock in a condition-based value.
Appraisal Value
$0.50 - $2.00