🏷️ The Sticker Finishes
A sticker's finish is the single biggest driver of its value after the team and event. The same team sticker can be worth a few dollars as Paper or thousands as Holo.
| Finish | Look | Rarity / value |
|---|---|---|
| Paper / Glossy | Flat printed | Most common, cheapest |
| Holo (Holographic) | Rainbow shimmer | Rare, high value |
| Foil | Metallic sheen | Rare, high value |
| Gold | Gold metallic | Very rare (some capsules) |
| Glitter / Lenticular | Sparkle / motion | Rare novelty finishes |
| Autograph (Paper/Holo/Foil/Gold) | Player signature | Scales with finish + player |
📊 Key Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Cheapest finish | Paper / Glossy |
| Premium finishes | Holo, Foil |
| Rarest tier | Gold |
| Novelty finishes | Glitter, Lenticular |
| Autographs | Finish + player signature |
| Value driver | Finish, team, event |
📈 Why Finish Matters
- Holo and Foil are the classic premium finishes, often worth many times the Paper version.
- Gold is the rarest tier in capsules that include it.
- Autograph stickers combine a finish with a player signature — a Holo autograph of a star is grail-tier.
- Animation — Holo and Foil shimmer in-game, which buyers pay extra for.
✍️ Team vs Autograph Stickers
Every Major capsule has two kinds of sticker: team stickers (the org's logo) and autograph stickers (an individual player's signature). Both come in Paper/Holo/Foil/Gold finishes. Autograph values swing on how famous the player is — a legend's Holo autograph can rival or exceed a team holo, while a lesser-known player's Paper autograph is cheap.
🛒 Buying Tips
- Read the full name — finish, team/player, and event all change the price bracket.
- Holo/Gold command premiums — do not assume a "holo" listing is priced like Paper.
- Match to a craft plan — if buying to apply, plan the base and placement first.
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❓ FAQ
What is the most valuable sticker finish?
Holo and Gold finishes are typically the most valuable, often worth many times the Paper version of the same sticker. Gold is the rarest where it exists.
What is the difference between Holo and Foil?
Holo has a rainbow holographic shimmer, while Foil has a metallic sheen. Both are premium finishes, and which is pricier depends on the specific sticker.
Do autograph stickers have finishes too?
Yes. Autographs come in Paper, Holo, Foil, and Gold, and value scales with both the finish and how famous the player is.
Why is the same sticker so much cheaper in Paper?
Paper is the common finish; Holo, Foil, and Gold are far rarer pulls from the same capsule, so they command large premiums.
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