CC Sabathia (New York Yankees) MLB Series 26 Collector Level Bronze
Mass-produced sports figurine/action figure in original blister packaging • McFarlane Toys (founded by Todd McFarlane), manufactured in China
Style & Movement
Contemporary Hyper-Realism (Commercial Toy Artistry)
Medium & Technique
Cast PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and ABS plastic, decorated with factory-applied pad printing and hand-painted details for the uniform pinstripes and logo
Creation Period
circa 2010
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6 inches in height (figure stance); packaging approximately 10 x 8 x 3 inches
Subject Description
A dynamic sculptural representation of MLB pitcher CC Sabathia in a follow-through pitching motion, dressed in the New York Yankees home pinstripe uniform with official branding and a miniature baseball accessory
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; figure appears mint and untouched, but the clamshell packaging shows visible scuffing and minor shelf wear
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$20.00 - $40.00 USD
Provenance History
Commercial retail distribution; likely part of a private collection of sports memorabilia
Art Historical Significance
Represents the 'McFarlane' era of sports collectibles known for introducing high-fidelity anatomical accuracy and dynamic posing to the mass-market toy industry; part of the 'Collector Level' limited production tier
Notable Features
Features the 'Collector Level' Bronze sticker, identifying it as a limited edition variant (3,000 produced) compared to standard mass-release versions
Condition Issues
External plastic 'clamshell' blister pack shows minor surface scratches and potential corner softing/yellowing from UV exposure or storage friction
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in original packaging (MOC/Mint on Card) to preserve value; store in a UV-protected display case away from direct sunlight to prevent plastic degradation and pigment fading