High End 2022 Topps Triple Threads Is Full of Relics & Autos: What You Should Know
Topps Triple Threads is undoubtedly a high-end product, but it’s one that appears to have found its niche within the hobby.
But what can collectors find in 2022 Topps Triple Threads? And what’ll it cost?
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2022 Topps Triple Threads release format & release date
The 2022 Topps Triple Threads release date has moved a few times already. The exact drop date has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be sometime in December 2022.
2022 Topps Triple Threads hobby boxes contain two packs with each pack containing seven cards. Each case contains 18 hobby packs.
The first pack includes an autographed triple relic and a jumbo relic. The second pack includes either a rookie autograph or an autographed jumbo relic as well as a triple relic.
Pre-sale info on 2022 Topps Triple Threads is a little hard to find, but where we do see them available, they are selling for around $400 per box.
$400 for 14 cards puts this box squarely in the “premium product” category.
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Topps Triple Threads 2022 base set & design
Unlike some ultra-premium, high-dollar products, 2022 Topps Triple Threads does offer a base set.
The base set consists of 100 cards, featuring a mix of current and retired stars. With only six base cards per box, this would be one pricy set to build from packs.
The base set design consists of a frame of gold, black, and red around a photo of the player. The card front has a textured look. The player’s name appears on a black plate at the bottom of the frame, making the card look like a labeled painting in a frame. The team name or player position are not listed on the card front.
Overall, the card design is solid but unspectacular, although some of the parallels do enhance the base design a bit in a way that really pops.
Speaking of parallels…
2022 Topps Triple Threads parallels
As with most ultra-modern offerings, a rainbow of parallel versions enhances the 2022 Topps Triple Threads product. In this case, the parallel names lend an air of fanciness to the proceedings, with names you won’t find in your standard box of Crayola crayons.
Parallel versions include:
- Amethyst: /299
- Emerald: /259
- Amber: /199
- Aquamarine: /150
- Tourmaline: /125
- Gold: /99
- Citrine: /75
- Onyx: /50
- Sapphire: /25
- Printing Plates: 1/1
- Wood: 1/1
Triple Threads 2022 autographed relics
Autographed relics are one of the big draws of the 2022 Topps Triple Thread product, with some exciting hits to be had.
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Triple Threads Rookies & Future Phenoms Autograph Relics
Highlighting the top rookies and young players. Each card contains an autograph and three relic pieces, one oversized. Numbered to 99 copies each. Amethyst (/75), Emerald (/50), Gold (/35), Onyx (/25), Sapphire (/10), Printing Plates (1/1), Ruby (1/1) and Wood (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Autograph Single Jumbo Relics
Featuring a jumbo relic and an autograph of a single player. These are serial numbered /99 and offer Amethyst (/75), Emerald (/50), Gold (/25), Sapphire (/10), and Ruby (1/1) parallels.
Triple Threads 2022 Autograph Relic Combo Cards
Include signatures and relics of three different players. Base cards are limited to 36 copies each, with parallels that include Amethyst (/27), Emerald (/18), Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3), Printing Plates (1/1), Ruby (1/1) and Wood (1/1).
Triple Threads Autograph Relics
These cards include three memorabilia windows that spell out a stat or number associated with the player. Limited to 27 copies each. Parallels come in Amber (/18), Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3), Printing Plates (1/1), Ruby (1/1) and Wood (1/1).
Triple Threads Touch ‘Em All 3-Player Auto Relic
Featuring power-hitting teammates with autographs and game-used base relics. Base cards are numbered to 18 copies. Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Deca Autograph Relic Cards
Featuring one player with 10 relics and an autograph. Base cards are numbered to 10 copies. Gold (/5) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Deca Autograph Relic Combo Cards
Featuring 10 different players, with autographs and swatch relics. Base cards are numbered to 10 copies. Gold (/5) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Common Threads 3-Player Triple Auto Relic
Featuring players who share a common bond through the history of the game. Base cards are limited to 9 copies. Sapphire (/3) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available. New for 2022.
Triple Threads Jumbo Plus Autograph Relic Book Cards
Include an autograph, two relic pieces, and a jumbo patch. Numbered out of only 3 copies each, with a 1/1 Ruby parallel also available.
Triple Threads Letter Plus Autograph Relic Book Cards
Include two relic pieces, a nameplate letter patch, and an autograph. Numbered out of only 3 copies each, with a 1/1 Ruby parallel also available.
Triple Threads Windows into Greatness Autograph Relic Book Cards
Featuring a single player in a 3-panel book card, which is limited to 5 copies. Gold (/3) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are available.
Triple Threads Cut Above Cut Signature Cards
Include a relic and a cut signature. Serial numbered 1/1.
Triple Threads Dual Cut Above Cut Signatures Book Cards
Feature two players with relics and cut signatures. Also serial numbered 1/1.
Topps Triple Threads 2022 Rookie Autographs
In addition to the autographed relic cards, there are auto-only Rookie Autographs in 2022 Topps Triple Threads. Base cards are sequentially numbered, and parallels include Amethyst (/75), Emerald (/50), Gold (/25), Sapphire (/10), Printing Plate (1/1) and Ruby (1/1).
2022 Topps Triple Threads relics
In addition to the autographed relics, signature-free relics are also available.
Triple Threads Single Jumbo Relics
One player. One relic. But it’s a jumbo relic! The base set is limited to 48 copies per card. Parallels come in Amethyst (/36), Emerald (/27), Amber (/18), Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3) and Ruby (1/1).
Triple Threads Touch ‘Em All! Three Player Relic Cards
Three-player relic card with base numbered to 18 copies. Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3), and Ruby (1/1) parallel versions are also available.
Triple Threads Common Threads 3-Player Triple Relic Cards
New for 2022. Base cards are limited to 9 copies each. Parallels include Sapphire (/3) and Ruby (1/1).
Triple Thread Relic Cards, Triple Thread Relic Combo Cards, Triple Threads Relics Legends Cards
Limited to 36 base copies, with Amethyst (/27), Emerald (/18), Gold (/9), Sapphire (/3) and Ruby (1/1) parallels.
Triple Threads Windows into Greatness Relic Cards
Featuring a single player in a 3-panel book card, with base cards limited to 10 copies. Gold (/5) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Deca Relic Combo Book Cards
Featuring 10 different players with 10 swatch relics. Base cards are numbered to 10 copies. Gold (/5) and Ruby (1/1) parallels are also available.
Triple Threads Jumbo Plus & Letter Plus Relic Cards
With only three copies of each base card, these are a tough pull. 1/1 Ruby parallels are even tougher.
One-of-One Triple Thread Relics
The list of 1/1 relics available includes:
- Bat Knob Books
- Bat Nameplate Books
- Buttoned Up
- Brand Logo
- Jumbo Patch Combo Books
- Jumbo Plus Relic Books
- Laundry Tag Books
- Letter Plus Relic Books
- Triple Threads Jumbo Letter/Number/Logo Books
2022 Topps Triple Threads All-Star Game Relics
2022 Topps Triple Threads honors All-Stars with several memorabilia offerings. Looking through the list, it looks like they used every part of the All Star Game uniforms that they cut up.
Triple Threads All Star Patches
Base versions are limited to nine copies each, with Ruby (1/1) parallels also available. Featuring patches from All Star Game uniforms.
Triple Threads All Star Jumbo ASG Patch Book Cards
1/1 patch books that include a large piece of the All Star Game patch for select players.
Triple Threads All Star Jumbo Sleeve Team Patch Book Cards
Another 1/1 offering, these cards feature a jumbo piece of the team logo that appears on All Star Game uniforms.
Triple Threads All Star Laundry Tag Book Cards
1/1 cards featuring laundry tags from All Star Game uniforms.
Triple Threads All Star Brand Logo Patch Cards
Available as 1/1, this time featuring logo brand patches (such as Nike) from All Star Game uniforms.
Topps Triple Threads 2022: What to expect in a 2022 Topps Triple Threads hobby box
Each 2-pack box includes:
- One Autographed Triple Relic Card #’d to 99 or less
- One Triple Relic Card #’d to 36 or less
- One Autograph Rookie Card or Autograph Jumbo Relic #’d to 99 or less
- One Jumbo Relic Card #’d to 48 or less
2022 Topps Triple Threads value
2002 Topps Triple Threads hobby boxes are pre-selling for around $400. How does that compare to prices for prior years? The good news is that both 2020 and 2021 boxes are selling for a bit more than that, roughly in the $425-450 range. That suggests the product holds its value well in unopened form.
As far as singles go, the story is a little different. Looking at recent sales of 2021 Triple Threads singles, none pass the $2,000 threshold, and only a handful have sold for over $1,000. There are more in the $500-1,000 range, although again not a huge number. This suggests that with a buy-in for a box of $400, the high-end payback option potentially isn’t great. Base cards and even some relics have sold for very small sums.
So, these boxes are a bit of a lottery ticket, and like real lottery tickets, the chances of a payback aren’t great.
| Set | Price |
|---|---|
| 2021 Topps Triple Threads | $375 |
| 2020 Topps Triple Threads | $400 |
| 2019 Topps Triple Threads | $400 |
Final thoughts on 2022 Topps Triple Threads
The 2022 Topps Triple Threads is a high-end offering with lots of relics and autographs to chase. The price per card makes it a risk, for sure. If you’re willing to swim in the deep end of the pool and take your chances, let us know what you hit at card_lines on Twitter.
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