2025-26 TOPPS CHROME
BLAKE SNELL
FINAL GRADE
9.5
MINT+
Card Info
Year
2025-26
Company
TOPPS
Series
CHROME
Name
BLAKE SNELL
Set
PRISM REFRACTOR
Number
#175
Summary
This 2023 Topps Chrome Blake Snell Prism Refractor presents in truly exceptional condition, earning a coveted Gem Mint 9.5 grade. The card's attributes are nearly flawless across all grading criteria, reflecting a specimen that is virtually perfect.
Its centering is outstanding, with a perfect front and excellent back. The corners are all razor-sharp, and the edges are smooth and free of any imperfections. The surface is pristine, showcasing the vibrant chrome finish and refractor effect without blemish, while the print quality is crisp and vibrant.
This card represents a top-tier example of the issue, exhibiting only the most minor, microscopic imperfection that would require magnification to detect, fully aligning with the stringent standards for a Gem Mint 9.5.
Its centering is outstanding, with a perfect front and excellent back. The corners are all razor-sharp, and the edges are smooth and free of any imperfections. The surface is pristine, showcasing the vibrant chrome finish and refractor effect without blemish, while the print quality is crisp and vibrant.
This card represents a top-tier example of the issue, exhibiting only the most minor, microscopic imperfection that would require magnification to detect, fully aligning with the stringent standards for a Gem Mint 9.5.
Subgrades
Centering
9.5
The card exhibits exceptional centering on the front, appearing virtually perfect at 50/50. The back shows excellent centering, estimated at 55/45, well within the stringent parameters for a Gem Mint grade.
Corners
9.5
All four corners are razor-sharp, retaining their factory-fresh precision. Under magnification, no signs of wear, fuzzing, or dings are detectable, presenting a pristine appearance consistent with a Gem Mint card.
Edges
9.5
The edges are impeccably smooth and clean around the entire perimeter. There is no evidence of chipping, nicks, or rough areas, maintaining the card's original factory cut with flawless integrity.
Surface
9.5
The card's surface is outstanding, completely free of scratches, indentations, or print defects. The vibrant chrome finish and refractor pattern are unblemished, showcasing a pristine visual quality that meets Gem Mint standards.
Print Quality
9.5
Print quality is superb, featuring crisp imagery, vibrant color registration, and sharp focus throughout. There are no visible print lines, smudges, or other manufacturing imperfections, contributing to the card's near-perfect presentation.
