Jay Bruce [Gold Wave Refractor] #172 2018 Topps Chrome Baseball — Card Value
2018 Topps Chrome BaseballWhat the Jay Bruce [Gold Wave Refractor] #172 (2018 Topps Chrome Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Jay Bruce [Gold Wave Refractor] #172 2018 Topps Chrome Baseball value — Ungraded $9. Prices updated June 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest entry, grab a Standard or any of the $1 Refractor versions. Premium versions like the Gold Wave Refractor ($9) or Blue Wave Refractor ($7) offer higher perceived value, often tied to specific chase editions or rarity. Casual collectors can save with the base versions, while serious collectors seeking top-tier chase cards should pay the premium for the higher-tier refractors.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 2018 Topps Chrome Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #172
Jay Bruce [Gold Wave Refractor] #172 2018 Topps Chrome Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Jay Bruce [Gold Wave Refractor] #172 runs around $9, a Grade 9 about null, and a PSA 10 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, centering, rookie/star status, set scarcity, and print run drive sports-card value. PSA/BGS gem-mint copies and rookies of stars carry the biggest premiums; raw commons sell for little.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $9 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of this ungraded Jay Bruce card?
- The value of this ungraded #172 Jay Bruce Gold Wave Refractor depends on current market demand for the 2018 Topps Chrome set.
- Is the Gold Wave Refractor a rare card?
- Yes, as a numbered Gold Wave Refractor (#172), this card is a specific and desirable pull from the 2018 Topps Chrome Baseball set.
- What sport is this card from?
- This card is from the sport of Baseball and belongs to the 2018 Topps Chrome collection.
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