Side Kicks Collectibles • Global Release Guide
Updated: 11 November 2025
About the release
Everyone’s favourite little square dude gets the coveted Sapphire treatment. 2025 Topps Chrome® SpongeBob 25th Anniversary Sapphire Edition gives the full gem-like finish to characters and scenes from the show that first aired in 1999. Look for 4 numbered parallels or autographs per box, with Sapphire Autographs across Solo, Dual and Triple formats, plus rare Sapphire exclusive inserts such as Nautical Nonsense and Sapphire Selection.
TL;DR
Release date
7 November 2025 (16:00 GMT)
Configuration
4 cards/pack • 8 packs/box • 10 boxes/case
Set size
200 cards (SpongeBob’s Chrome debut, now in Sapphire)
Box expectation
Find 4 numbered parallels, inserts or autographs per Hobby box
Estimated retail
£285 (subject to retailer and region)
Sapphire parallels
Main set colour ladder
- Green Sapphire — 1:5 packs
- Gold Sapphire — 1:9
- Orange Sapphire — 1:17
- Black Sapphire — 1:43
- Red Sapphire — 1:85
- Padparadscha Sapphire — 1:423
Autos and inserts
Solo, Dual and Triple autographs follow Sapphire colour tiers. All autos come in Blue Sapphire, Red Sapphire and Padparadscha Sapphire; Solo autos also add a Black Sapphire version.
Autographs
Three tiers to chase: Solo Autographs (28 cards), Dual Autographs (7 cards) and Triple Autographs (3 cards). Signers include show regulars and special guests, with signatures paired to character images.
Example signers: Tom Kenny (SpongeBob), Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick), Rodger Bumpass (Squidward), Patton Oswalt, Mark Hamill and more.
Hobby configuration
Cards per pack
Packs per box
Boxes per case
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Release
Price and availability
Shelf price varies by region, taxes and retailer.
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Editor’s chase list
- Nautical Nonsense — Sapphire exclusive inserts
- Sapphire Selection — character focused hits
- Padparadscha Sapphire parallels at 1:423 — true case hits
- Triple Autographs — tough pulls with display appeal
- Character PC builds using colour matched Sapphire tiers
FAQ
When is the release?
7 November 2025 at 16:00 GMT.
What is in a Hobby box?
4 cards per pack across 8 packs, with 4 numbered parallels or autographs per box on average.
Are autographs guaranteed?
Boxes average four numbered cards or autographs in total. Specific autograph guarantees are not stated at box level.
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