2022 Topps The Book of Boba Fett #72 Cobb Vanth on Patrol - Bronze /50 Parallel
The Marshal Rides Again
Greetings, fellow collectors! Pull up a seat at the shop counter, because today we are diving into one of the most underrated characters in the entire Boba Fett corner of the Star Wars universe. Card #72 from the 2022 Topps The Book of Boba Fett set features Cobb Vanth on Patrol, and in its Bronze parallel numbered to just 50, this is a genuinely special addition to any Star Wars trading card collection.
The Card: Bronze Beauty /50
Let us talk about what you are actually holding when you pull one of these. The 2022 Topps Book of Boba Fett base set runs 100 cards deep, documenting the full arc of the Disney+ series. Card #72 captures Cobb Vanth, Timothy Olyphant's breakout Star Wars role, in full Marshal mode, patrolling the dusty reaches of Tatooine's Mos Pelgo (officially renamed Freetown by the time of this show's events).
The Bronze parallel tier in this set is numbered to 50 copies, landing it squarely in the sweet spot of rarity. Not so scarce that it is impossible to track down, but limited enough that it carries genuine collectible weight. The Bronze treatment gives the card a warm, metallic sheen that plays beautifully against the Tatooine desert palette, all burnt ochre and sunbaked sandstone. The card stock is firm and premium, consistent with Topps Star Wars products of this era.
The full parallel rainbow for the base set runs: Red /99, Green /75, Bronze /50, Silver /25, Gold /10, Black 1/1, and Printing Plates 1/1. At /50, the Bronze sits right in the middle of that hierarchy, attainable for the dedicated collector without requiring a second mortgage. 🌟
Cobb Vanth: The Marshal of Freetown
If you were not sold on Cobb Vanth from his debut in The Mandalorian, then The Book of Boba Fett gave you every reason to become a fan. Appearing in Chapter 6, titled "From the Desert Comes a Stranger," Cobb is doing exactly what he does best: keeping the peace in a corner of the galaxy that everyone else has written off.
What makes Vanth such a compelling character is his backstory. A former slave who liberated Mos Pelgo using Boba Fett's own Mandalorian armor (acquired from Jawas scavenging the Great Pit of Carkoon), Cobb built himself into a lawman through sheer force of will. He is not a Mandalorian. He is not a Jedi. He is just a man who decided his town was worth fighting for.
Cobb Vanth is the rare Star Wars character who earns his place in the mythos not through lineage or the Force, but through stubborn, boots-on-the-ground decency. That is exactly why collectors who love character-driven cards gravitate toward him.
By the time we reach The Book of Boba Fett, Cobb has aligned himself with Boba's operation against the Pyke Syndicate. His confrontation with Cad Bane is one of the show's most tension-filled moments, a classic Western showdown that pays off the entire season's buildup. That scene alone elevates Cobb Vanth from supporting character to franchise standout.
Collector Notes
Who should be chasing this card? Let us break it down:
- Character collectors: Cobb Vanth has a dedicated and growing fanbase. Timothy Olyphant's charisma translates well to the card format, and any Cobb-specific parallel is a trophy piece for fans of the character.
- Set builders: If you are working the Book of Boba Fett parallel rainbow, the Bronze /50 is one of the more realistic targets. It is a must-have for anyone completing the tier set.
- Star Wars completionists: The 2022 Topps Book of Boba Fett set is relatively contained and not yet as heavily hunted as some of the older Mandalorian or Skywalker Saga products. Now is a good time to fill gaps.
- Tatooine lore fans: Cards depicting the Outer Rim's unsung heroes, lawmen, smugglers, locals, carry a different kind of appeal from the Skywalker-centric cards. Cobb Vanth is the face of that world.
For display, a standard top-loader works perfectly for a single-card showcase. If you are building a Cobb Vanth rainbow, consider an Ultra Pro Platinum 9-pocket page to lay out the full parallel spectrum side by side. An Ultra Pro One-Touch magnetic case is also a worthy choice for your preferred tier.
Final Thoughts
The 2022 Topps Book of Boba Fett set is a gem for Star Wars collectors who want to move beyond the main saga and dig into the streaming era. Card #72, Cobb Vanth on Patrol, in the Bronze /50 parallel is a compact package of character depth, visual appeal, and genuine rarity. Whether you are a Vanth devotee or just building out a quality Star Wars collection, this one earns its slot in the binder.
Keep flipping those packs and chasing your favorites. The best card is always the next one waiting to be found. 🚀
- 🃏 Sam
