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Matt Carpenter [Blue Refractor] #157 2016 Topps Chrome Baseball — Card Value
2016 Topps Chrome BaseballWhat the Matt Carpenter [Blue Refractor] #157 (2016 Topps Chrome Baseball) card is worth — ungraded vs graded.
Matt Carpenter [Blue Refractor] #157 2016 Topps Chrome Baseball value — Ungraded $5. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the card, grab the Standard for $2. The premium versions like Blue Wave Refractor at $29 or Gold Refractor at $19 offer significant collectibility due to their unique finishes and lower print runs. Casual fans should stick to the cheapest options. Serious collectors chasing top-tier scarcity should invest in the higher-priced refractors to own the most desirable versions of this Matt Carpenter card.
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Item details
- Brand
- Baseball
- Set
- 2016 Topps Chrome Baseball
- Sport
- Baseball
- Number
- #157
Matt Carpenter [Blue Refractor] #157 2016 Topps Chrome Baseball value
A raw (ungraded) Matt Carpenter [Blue Refractor] #157 runs around $5, 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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the general resale value for this ungraded card?
- As an ungraded card, its value is dependent on current market demand for the 2016 Topps Chrome set.
- Is the Blue Refractor version more valuable than other versions?
- Specific refractors like the Blue Refractor can hold higher value depending on overall card scarcity within the 2016 Topps Chrome.
- What sport is this card from?
- This Matt Carpenter card is from the sport of Baseball.
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