Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink
Striker / Forward · Leeds United
Topps Premier League (Retro Threads Insert) #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era (Retro Insert)
Card Type
Insert Parallel / Foil Refractor
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon modern insert, though not a short-print numbered parallel.
Overall Assessment
A clean, visually striking modern insert celebrating a legendary Premier League striker, offering great appeal for player and club collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered, approximately 55/45 left-right and top-bottom.
Surface Condition
Clean glossy foil surface with visible refractor rainbow reflection; no major scratches or print lines observed.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with crisp right angles; no visible dings or whitening.
Edge Condition
Clean clean-cut edges with no chipping or fraying visible along the foil borders.
Print Quality
High-definition digital printing with crisp foil reflection typical of modern Topps releases.
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD for raw modern insert condition.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard clean pulls from modern Topps retail or hobby boxes.
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Topps card stock thickness, crisp micro-etching in the foil, and correct typography.
Grading Recommendation
Raw display is recommended unless part of a bulk submission, as raw value generally matches grading cost.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from modern Topps soccer card packs or box sets.
Historical Context
Honors Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's prolific goal-scoring era with Leeds United in the late 1990s.
Market Trends
Stable collector demand for nostalgic Premier League inserts featuring iconic strikers.
Investment Potential
Stable niche collectible, primarily suited for player collectors and Premier League nostalgists rather than high-growth investment.
Similar Cards
Other Retro Threads inserts from the same Topps release featuring 90s and 2000s Premier League legends.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic card case away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Hasselbaink was one of the premier foreign goalscorers in the English Premier League, winning the Golden Boot during his time with Chelsea.