2018 Topps Living Set Gleyber Torres #19
Gleyber Torres · Topps · Rookie Year / Online Exclusive Base
Player
Gleyber Torres
Set
2018 Topps Living Set
Year
2018
Card #
#19
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have clean corners and edges, though the centering on the front looks slightly shifted toward the top-right. The surface appears to be free of significant scratches or printing defects.
Category
Rookie Year / Online Exclusive Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand for Gleyber Torres has stabilized compared to his initial breakout years, but Yankees collectibles maintain a high baseline interest. The Living Set remains a niche favorite for art-focused collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15 - $20, PSA 9: $25 - $35, PSA 10: $75 - $95
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales have fluctuated between $6 and $10 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally reach the $80-100 range, while PSA 9s have recently settled around $30.
Description
A beautiful 2018 Topps Living Set rookie year card of New York Yankees star Gleyber Torres. This set features artistic renderings inspired by the classic 1953 Topps design. The card commemorates Torres' first multi-home run game on May 21st. The card features Torres in his home pinstripes pointing toward the sky, set against a vibrant purple and blue sunburst background.
Key Features
Rookie release year card; part of the inaugural 'Living Set' launch which had a limited print run based on one-week order windows; features iconic May 21st career milestone text.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The Living Set uses a specific thick, premium matte card stock that is difficult to replicate. The 'Topps' logo in the top left and the typography at the bottom are crisp and consistent with authorized printings.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering bias toward the upper-right corner. The bottom edge shows very slight white chipping typical of the thick, matte card stock used for the Living Set series.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of Yankees collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-term listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are confident it is a PSA 10, as the cost of grading currently exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords like 'Living Set', 'RC Year', and 'Yankees' in your title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader for protection.