Amon-Ra St. Brown
Wide Receiver · Detroit Lions
Topps Chrome Football #Not clearly visible in the image
Year & Era
2024 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
X-Fractal / Prism Refractor Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint estimated (PSA 9 potential)
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert, part of the extensive Topps Chrome refractor parallel lineup.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking, highly desirable modern refractor parallel of an elite NFL wide receiver, perfect for player collectors and modern investors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint estimated (PSA 9 potential)
Centering Assessment
Front: Fairly well centered, roughly 50/50 left-right and top-bottom, standard for modern Chrome releases.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard Chrome refractor sheen with visible X-Fractal rainbow pattern, free of major scratches or surface indents.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minor typical factory softness on the tips, common for Topps Chrome stock.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or denting along the borders.
Print Quality
High print quality with vibrant color saturation, sharp player focus, and consistent X-Fractal refractive patterning.
Estimated Value
15 to 30 USD raw, significantly higher if graded PSA 10.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface gloss match standard well-pulled retail or hobby pack copies of modern Topps Chrome parallels.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct Topps Chrome logo on the top right, authentic chrome cardstock thickness, and proper light refraction under direct illumination.
Grading Recommendation
PSA or SGC; worth grading only if surface and centering guarantee a Gem Mint 10 to maximize profit over grading fees.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card with normal factory handling signs.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from contemporary Topps Chrome hobby or retail wax boxes following Topps' return to the NFL licensed card market.
Historical Context
Reflects the modern era of Topps returning to producing officially licensed NFL cards, capturing elite contemporary talent.
Market Trends
Stable to appreciating market driven by Amon-Ra St. Brown's elite status as an All-Pro wide receiver for the Detroit Lions.
Investment Potential
Moderate to high long-term potential tied directly to the continued success and individual accolades of Amon-Ra St. Brown.
Similar Cards
2021 Amon-Ra St. Brown Rookie Cards, Topps Chrome Refractors of Jahmyr Gibbs or Sam LaPorta.
Display & Preservation
Store inside a penny sleeve followed by a semi-rigid holder or magnetic one-touch case away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Amon-Ra St. Brown is famous for memorizing the names of every wide receiver drafted ahead of him in the 2021 NFL Draft.