Topps takes the world of trading cards to soaring heights with the launch of its exquisite 2023-24 Topps Mercury Victor Wembanyama collection. Priced at a staggering $8,000 per box, this collection is a luxurious offering dedicated entirely to the NBA’s Rookie of the Year, Victor Wembanyama. Each box boasts an elite selection of eight cards, including two prized autographs, snippets of game-worn jersey pieces, and an array of rare chase cards that are bound to enthrall collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The sparkling highlight of this collection is the collaboration between Topps and Victor Wembanyama, incorporating the player’s exclusive autograph deal and featuring jersey relics from his explosive rookie season. Every card is securely encased in a magnetic holder, embellished with a foil wrap, enhancing the opulent appeal of the set.
Amidst these treasures lies a dual autograph card showcasing Wembanyama alongside NBA icon LeBron James, both of whom have exclusive autograph agreements with Fanatics. Additionally, the collection boasts red parallels limited to a mere five copies, along with a unique one-of-a-kind SuperFractor, intensifying the allure of this exceptional set.
Furthermore, collectors can delight in ten distinct autograph cards, some of which include personal inscriptions by Wembanyama himself. The relic cards featured in the collection encapsulate pivotal moments from Wembanyama’s rookie journey, such as his NBA debut and the landmark game where he reached his 1,000th point milestone.
Noteworthy prior sales, such as Wembanyama’s debut NBA jersey fetching an astronomical $762,000 at auction, have set the stage for the excitement surrounding the illustrious game-worn relics presented in this exclusive collection.
Among the captivating offerings are additional dual autograph pairings, uniting Wembanyama with NBA luminaries like David Robinson, Tony Parker, Shaquille O’Neal, Jason Kidd, and even football sensation CJ Stroud, another prized figure under the Fanatics umbrella. With no more than ten copies of each dual autograph set to be produced, the rarity and desirability of these cards are unequivocally established.
Featuring 20 base cards that chronicle significant moments from Wembanyama’s sensational rookie season, the set pays homage to his French heritage through French-printed short prints limited to just 45 copies each. A “Specimen” super short print edition, restricted to a mere 15 copies, commemorates his “Alien” moniker. Serial numbers for parallels of all 20 base cards are capped at 99, further enhancing their exclusivity.
In addition to autographs and base cards, collectors can revel in ten distinct insert designs. Noteworthy inserts include “Cote to Coast”, a tribute to the Cote d’Azur, 1971 Topps Chrome, and Wingspan, some of which will be graced with autographs, elevating the allure of the collection.
While Topps has previously introduced sets focused on singular athletes, such as the J-Rod (Julio Rodriguez) set in 2023, the Wembanyama collection marks Topps’ most expansive release dedicated to a single athlete thus far.
Enthusiasts can secure their boxes through Topps.com and select hobby shops, with an exclusive preview on Fanatics Live one day before the official October 9 release date. The Topps Mercury brand is primed to evolve beyond Wembanyama, showcasing future single-athlete products linked to their debut professional seasons, promising collectors more premium releases featuring emerging sports stars.
