2024 Topps Series 2 Cody Bellinger Short Print (SP) Variation #365
Cody Bellinger · Topps · Short Print (SP), Image Variation
Player
Cody Bellinger
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#365
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy on the right (approx 60/40), corners and edges look sharp through the holder, surface appears clean with no visible dimples or print lines.
Category
Short Print (SP), Image Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Image variations of star players in New York uniforms always command a premium market. Demand is currently high as Series 2 remains a relevant recent release.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $30-45, PSA 9: $60-80, PSA 10: $150-225
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2024 Series 2 SP variations of similar star players range from $35 to $75. Specific Bellinger Yankees SPs have recently settled in the $50 range on eBay.
Description
A striking 2024 Topps Series 2 short print featuring Cody Bellinger in New York Yankees pinstripes. This variation is highly sought after as Bellinger famously did not sign with the Yankees, making this a 'what if' or 'phantom' uniform card. The card features a high-gloss finish, the classic Topps logo, and Bellinger jogging in dirt-stained home whites.
Key Features
Image variation Short Print (SP); Features player in a jersey of a team he didn't actually play for in 2024 (Yankees); High collectibility for Yankees team sets and Bellinger fans.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 2024 Topps card stock thickness; crisp 'YANKEES' side text printing; back code for SP variations (typically ending in specific digits like #757 for 2024 variations) would confirm authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Minor rightward centering bias on the front; potential for slight edge chipping common in 2024 Topps stock; internal dust or particles inside the magnetic one-touch holder should be cleared to ensure no surface scratching.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction for quickest sale, Buy It Now for max value) or COMC. High-end Yankees player collectors on Facebook groups would also be a target.
Selling Tips
Highlight the 'Yankees Uniform Variation' in the title. Use clear, high-resolution photos outside of the one-touch to show edge quality. Shipping in the magnetic holder is a plus but ensure it is sleeved inside a team bag to prevent the holder from opening.