Lewis Hamilton
Formula 1 Racing Driver (Note: This is an auto racing card, not a football card, featuring Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton) · Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team
2021 Topps F1 Checker Flag #141
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Racing Era
Card Type
Checker Flag Parallel
Grade
MGC 9 (Mint)
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert from the 2021 Topps Formula 1 set
Overall Assessment
An attractive 2021 Topps F1 Checker Flag parallel of racing icon Lewis Hamilton graded MGC 9, offering a great display piece for Formula 1 collectors despite being evaluated here under football card criteria due to user prompt constraints
Condition Grade
MGC 9 (Mint)
Centering Assessment
Front: Well-centered within acceptable modern parameters, Back: Not visible inside slab
Surface Condition
Clean surface protected inside the MGC grading slab with no obvious scratches or print defects
Corner Condition
Sharp corners protected within the third-party grading case
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or damage
Print Quality
High-quality Topps print production with sharp imagery and signature checkered border design
Estimated Value
Estimated between $30 and $75 USD depending on buyer demand for MGC graded cards versus PSA/BGS equivalents
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard 2021 Topps F1 Checker Flag parallels in Mint condition, though MGC holders generally command a lower secondary market premium than top-tier grading companies like PSA
Authentication Tips
Verify the MGC (Majesty Grading Company) certification number 126505 on their official verification database to ensure the slab is authentic
Grading Recommendation
Already slabbed by MGC (Majesty Grading Company) with a grade of 9; crossing over to PSA or BGS would only be recommended if the raw card condition justifies the grading fee and potential value multiplier
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is safely secured inside a hard plastic grading slab
Provenance Notes
Sourced from 2021 Topps Formula 1 hobby or retail boxes and subsequently submitted to Majesty Grading Company for authentication and grading
Historical Context
Lewis Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers in history, holding a joint-record seven World Drivers' Championship titles
Market Trends
F1 card collecting has seen fluctuating interest following the massive boom in 2020-2021, with Lewis Hamilton cards remaining staple pieces for racing enthusiasts
Investment Potential
Stable long-term hold driven by Lewis Hamilton's legendary status in motorsport history, though secondary market liquidity depends on the grading company
Similar Cards
2021 Topps Chrome F1 Lewis Hamilton Base, 2021 Topps F1 Red Bull Racing cards, and other parallel variations from the same set
Display & Preservation
Protected inside an MGC hard plastic slab; store away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity to preserve the card and label condition
Interesting Facts
The Checker Flag parallel features a distinct checkered border pattern that is extremely popular among racing card set builders