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Sport trading card in the style of Topps with pink sparkle finish

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2026 Topps Series 2 pink sparkle #580

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AI Estimated Value

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$40.00 - $85.00

AI estimate as of July 9, 2026 · verify with a professional before acting

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AI Item Analysis

This appears to be a modern collectible sport trading card featuring an image of Marcell Ozuna in a Pittsburgh Pirates-style uniform. The card bears a logo reading 'Topps 75' and identifies the player as a 'DESIGNATED HITTER'. Physically, the card features a vibrant pink chromatic border with a 'sparkle' or 'cracked ice' holographic pattern that refracts light across the surface. The central image shows the athlete mid-swing against a blurred crowd background. In terms of condition, the corners appear relatively sharp in the photograph, though the bottom-right corner shows slight white edging consistent with minor handling. The user-supplied claim identifies this as a '2026 Topps Series 2 pink sparkle #580'; however, this attribution is unverified as the card depicts a 'Topps 75' anniversary logo (stylistically consistent with the 2026 75th-anniversary season) and features a player whose team affiliation may change. The card's manufacturing appears consistent with modern high-gloss, layered printing techniques used in specialty parallel runs. As with all modern trading cards, authenticity regarding specific print runs or serial numbering remains a hypothesis until verified through physical inspection or third-party grading.

AI Appraisal Report

Based on my visual examination of the photograph, the item is an athlete-themed trading card bearing a 'Topps 75' logo and a pink 'sparkle' finish. Per user submission, this is attributed to the 2026 Topps Series 2 set as card #580. From the image, I can see a vibrant refractive pattern and relatively sharp corners, though the slight white edging observed on the bottom-right corner suggests minor handling consistent with a Near Mint (NM) grade rather than Gem Mint. The current market for modern specialty parallels is highly speculative and relies heavily on player performance and the scarcity of specific color variations. I cannot verify the specific print run or the internal stock quality from a photo; such details would require physical inspection to check for surface indentations or micro-scratches common in high-gloss finishes. The provided estimate assumes the attribution is accurate and that the card is a legitimate issue from the purported series. If the identification is correct, a pink sparkle parallel represents a desirable short-print or retail-exclusive variant. However, this value depends entirely on formal third-party grading and authentication. Without such verification, an item of this type typically sells at a significant discount. If this were found to be a reproduction or an unauthorized 'digital-to-physical' print, the value would be negligible, likely under $5.00. To confirm the value, I recommend submitting the card to a recognized grading service to evaluate centering, edges, and surface under magnification.

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