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2023 Topps 1988 Baseball 35th Anniversary Ozzie Smith T88C-40 #40
AI confidence: medium
Why this card matters
Ozzie Smith is a Hall of Famer (inducted 2002) and one of the most beloved Cardinals players of all time, known as 'The Wizard.' This card is part of the 2023 Topps Chrome-style insert set celebrating the 35th anniversary of the iconic 1988 Topps design. Smith's cards consistently carry strong collector demand.
Parallels & Print Runs
Base
No stated print run
Standard Chrome version with 1988 Topps design aesthetic
Refractor
No stated print run
Classic refractor parallel, most commonly chased
Gold Refractor
Typically /50
Short print parallel
Orange Refractor
Typically /25
Short print parallel
Red Refractor
Typically /5
Very short print parallel
SuperFractor
1/1
One of one, highest rarity parallel
Notable Variants
- ◆ Chrome Refractor variants as listed in parallels
- ◆ Possible hobby-exclusive or retail-exclusive distribution differences
Population Context
As an insert from 2023 Topps, graded population data may be limited but growing. Chrome insert cards from Topps anniversary sets are moderately submitted for grading. Ozzie Smith cards in general grade well due to collector interest, and high-grade (PSA 10 / BGS 9.5) copies carry a premium. Centering and surface issues are typical grading concerns for Chrome inserts.
Collector Notes
This card is part of the 1988 Topps 35th Anniversary insert set found in 2023 Topps Chrome or Topps Series products. Ozzie Smith is a perennial fan favorite and Hall of Famer, making this a desirable insert. When grading, check for centering (a common issue with Chrome inserts), surface scratches, and corner sharpness. Refractor parallels are the main chase for this card. The T88C prefix identifies it as part of the Chrome 1988 insert subset.
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