When Topps secured the Disney, Marvel, and Pixar license back in September 2024, it was akin to finding a treasure map that led to the heart of a mystical, sparkling kingdom where dreams are wove into glossy layers of ephemera. Forget just collecting film posters or plush figures of your favorite Disney characters. Now, with an exclusive license in hand, Topps stands like a mighty sorcerer at the head of the trading card realm, conjuring up shiny and mystical collections that collectors have been dreaming about since the classic rock-n-roll of the 1977 Star Wars set.
Fast forward to October 22, 2025, and Topps unfurls its new spellbinding creation: the Topps Chrome Disney Sapphire set. This isn’t just another trading deck. It is the crowning jewel that dizzies the senses with its enchanting aesthetics and thrilling treasures, a set built upon the solid bedrock of the original 2025 Disney Chrome checklist, now resplendent with a Sapphire finish.
The structure of this magical extravaganza is as taut and exciting as Prince Phillip wielding his sword against the fearsome Maleficent. Each tightly-packed box contains eight packs — that’s four cards per pack of exquisite shine and luster that Disney aficionados will clamor to get their hands on. Those who stumbled upon the 2024 Sapphire release will recognize the meticulous rhythm of numbered parallels, including the ultra-rare Red Sapphire cards capped at five and the illustrious Gold parallels limited to 50.
In terms of content, you won’t be left wanting. From our eternal friend Mickey Mouse to the intrepid Lightning McQueen and the adventurous Moana, this set pays homage to beloved Disney icons. And while the sleek Sapphire palette might be the pièce de résistance, there are abundant incentives and hidden delights waiting for those who dare to peer beyond the gleaming surface.
Red Sapphire editions of favorite characters beckon to collectors and act like pirate gold for those lucky enough to encounter them. Meanwhile, Pink Sapphire versions offer an alternative rarity worth pursuing. Authentic autographs dangle like the grapes tended by Hercules himself — a sweet reward for the astute collector. Furthermore, Cinderella’s 75th Anniversary cards weave a narrative layer into the collection, adding depth and history. To top it all off, a Blue Sapphire card arises from the depths in one out of every eight boxes, like a shimmering legend waiting to be uncovered.
The crossover mini-set taps into the sports arena, bringing an unexpected yet delightful twist to this already bountiful collection. Witnessing Mickey and Friends take on MLB roles in Home Jersey cards is a joy — an imaginative leap that colors our beloved characters with the jerseys and iconography of real-life baseball teams. Who would have thought Mickey would take the mound for the Seattle Mariners? It’s a game within the game as players flip through packs, aligning team and character in relish-filled quests.
Topps, with the benevolence of a sporting genie, also released odds that would make any statistician pause mid-equation. From the verdant Base Green Sapphire at 1-in-4 odds to the legendary Base Padparadscha Sapphire at a mesmerizing 1-in-423 odds, collecting takes on a dynamic that melds suspense and satisfaction.
Yet, it’s not just about the chase. The sheer depth of the checklist, sounding off characters that are as diverse as Disney’s enchanted worlds, awards collectors endless avenues for admiration. You’ll find old friends from Mickey Mouse and Miss Piggy to new icons like Moana and Mirabel. Even the galaxy of Pixar shines through with the presence of Lightning McQueen and Buzz Lightyear.
This set isn’t just a collection. Each card is a portal to memory-filled escapades of yesteryear and gives a cozy, pastel-tinged recap of animated histories. Every shuffle of the cards brings to mind Rafiki’s wisdom, Kaa’s hypnotic whispers, and the thrill of life seen through the eyes of Woody and Buzz.
This isnt just about chasing the rarest card or scoring an autograph. For collectors, it’s about finding that connection to childhood joy, the simple pleasures, and the vibrant stories that continue to color our world. Topps has done what it does best: has turned cardboard and ink into a tactile experience of dreams and delights. Like magic spun into reality, the 2025 Topps Chrome Disney Sapphire collection is a jewel box offering Disney magic like never before — just waiting to be opened by the prince and princess inside each of us.
