Lewis Hamilton
Racing Driver · Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team
2021 Topps Chrome F1 ##40
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era (Note: This is a Formula 1 racing card, not a football card)
Card Type
Refractor Parallel
Grade
PSA 9 MINT
Rarity
Common refractor parallel from a popular modern set with a high population report.
Overall Assessment
An authentic, professionally graded PSA 9 Lewis Hamilton Refractor from the popular 2021 Topps Chrome F1 set, highly appealing to racing card enthusiasts despite not being a football card.
Condition Grade
PSA 9 MINT
Centering Assessment
Front and back centering fall well within PSA 9 parameters, showing typical slight chrome set shifting.
Surface Condition
Near Mint to Mint with standard chrome gloss and minimal refractor print lines.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners typical of a PSA 9 slabbed card.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard chrome finishing.
Print Quality
High-quality Topps Chrome production with good rainbow refractor reflection.
Estimated Value
$40 - $80 USD based on recent comparable PSA 9 sales.
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for a PSA 9 grade, with standard centering and surface properties for this release.
Authentication Tips
Verify the PSA certification number online via the PSA database and check the tamper-evident hologram on the slab.
Grading Recommendation
Already graded by PSA as a Mint 9; no regrading recommended as it would not likely jump to a PSA 10.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; securely encapsulated in an authentic PSA holder.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard hobby boxes or retail packs of 2021 Topps Chrome F1 and subsequently submitted for professional grading.
Historical Context
Lewis Hamilton is a seven-time Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion, making his licensed Topps Chrome cards highly desirable for racing memorabilia collectors.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly fluctuating market depending on Lewis Hamilton's current Formula 1 season performance.
Investment Potential
Solid long-term hold for F1 collectors, though subject to broader sports memorabilia market shifts.
Similar Cards
Other Lewis Hamilton base and parallel cards from 2020-2023 Topps Chrome F1 sets.
Display & Preservation
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the chrome refractor finish and store in a temperature-controlled environment.
Interesting Facts
Though the prompt requests a football card, this card features one of the greatest drivers in motorsport history from the landmark 2021 Topps Chrome F1 release.