Some lucky buyers of the highly sought-after Topps NOW Victor Wembanyama Rookie of the Year card have been greeted with an unexpected surprise in their mailboxes. According to the latest from SCD, a special glow-in-the-dark variation of the card has been uncovered, setting off a frenzy among collectors.
The standard version of the card had already made waves by setting a Topps NOW record, with an impressive 113,777 units sold in a mere 72 hours. This version, which originally could be snagged for around $25 on eBay, swiftly became a must-have for basketball card enthusiasts.
However, the revelation of the glow-in-the-dark version has sent shockwaves through the collecting community. With Topps keeping mum on the print run for these special variations, the hunt for them has intensified. Currently, only 15 of these glow-in-the-dark cards have surfaced on eBay, and eager collectors have wasted no time in snapping them up, with two already sold.
The glow-in-the-dark variation pays homage to Wembanyama’s well-known nickname, ‘The Alien.’ This unexpected twist has added an extra layer of excitement for fans and collectors alike, turning the pursuit of this rare version into a thrilling chase for those lucky enough to have ordered the card.
As collectors fervently scour their shipments in search of the elusive glow-in-the-dark Victor Wembanyama Rookie Card, the excitement continues to build. The element of surprise and rarity has only added to the allure of an already prized possession, making this unexpected discovery a highlight in the world of sports card collecting.