2023 Topps Series 1 Gunnar Henderson SSP Mirror Image Variation #2
Gunnar Henderson · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Super Short Print (SSP), Case Hit Variation
Player
Gunnar Henderson
Set
2023 Topps Series 1
Year
2023
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have strong centering and sharp corners, though dark-bordered cards of this set are prone to minor edge chipping and surface micro-scratches detectable under magnification.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Super Short Print (SSP), Case Hit Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Hot. Gunnar Henderson is a top-tier young talent and AL Rookie of the Year winner, making his high-end variations move quickly on the secondary market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$250.00 - $350.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $200-250, PSA 9: $350-450, PSA 10: $900-1,200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $280 to $360. PSA 10 copies have recently commanded between $950 and $1,150 depending on market timing relative to his on-field performance.
Description
This is the highly coveted 2023 Topps Series 1 Gunnar Henderson Super Short Print (SSP) 'Golden Mirror' Image Variation. Featuring a dynamic action shot of the Orioles star in his home white jersey with a high-gloss, premium finish. Unlike the standard base card, this variation displays the Topps logo in gold foil on the front and unique photography specifically designated as a case-hit level rarity.
Key Features
Rookie card of the 2023 AL Rookie of the Year; Extremely low print run SSP (Superior Short Print) variation; Iconic 'Golden Mirror' set debut; Highly liquid asset in the current modern baseball market.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock thickness for 2023 Topps; legitimate gold foil stamping on the Topps logo; correct code ending on the back (typically ends in #553 for SSPs in this set).
Flaws to Note
Corners appear sharp, but the top-left edge shows potential for minor white chipping common with high-gloss dark backgrounds. Centering seems slightly favored towards the bottom-left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction for maximum visibility or high BIN with offers), MySlabs for graded versions, or high-end Facebook Baseball Card groups to avoid high fees.
Selling Tips
Grade this card with PSA if it passes a pre-screen for surface scratches. A PSA 10 would triple the value. Use high-resolution scans or photos out of the sleeve to show the clean surface. Mention 'SSP' and 'Golden Mirror' prominently in the title.