2024 Topps Chrome Joey Loperfido Black Border Autograph /10 #238
Joey Loperfido · Topps (under license from Fanatics) · Rookie, Autographed, Parallel, Serial Numbered
Player
Joey Loperfido
Set
2024 Topps Chrome Baseball
Year
2024
Card #
238
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border (horizontal view); corners and edges look sharp through the top-loader, and the surface shows typical Chrome luster with no visible print lines.
Category
Rookie, Autographed, Parallel, Serial Numbered
Manufacturer
Topps (under license from Fanatics)
Demand Level
Strong. Loperfido is a 'hot' rookie name with significant power potential. Demand is driven by both Blue Jays team collectors and prospect seekers following the 2024 trade deadline.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$450.00 - $650.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $400-500, PSA 9: $650-800, PSA 10: $1,200-1,500+
Comparable Sales
Recent 2024 Topps Chrome Gold Autos (/50) have sold for $250-350. Orange Autos (/25) have fetched $400-500. A Black Border /10 sits at the top of the tier, with similar prospects in this set commanding $600+ raw.
Description
Featured here is a stunning 2024 Topps Chrome Joey Loperfido Rookie Autograph, serial numbered 03/10. This rare 'Black Border' parallel features the iconic 1954 Topps dual-image design updated for the modern era with a vibrant chrome finish. The card features a crisp, blue on-card autograph and a striking sunset-refractor gradient background. As a top prospect recently traded to the Blue Jays, this card captures him in his Toronto uniform, making it a must-have for team collectors.
Key Features
Extremely low print run (/10); On-card autograph (not a sticker); 1954 Throwback design; Joey Loperfido is a high-upside rookie; Blue Jays team color-match aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps 'C' hologram-style chrome finish, authentic high-speed blue ink consistent with Loperfido's signing style, and precise serial numbering (03/10) in gold foil. Not a known target for counterfeiting due to technical complexity and recent release.
Flaws to Note
Vertical centering (left-to-right when viewed horizontally) seems slightly biased toward the right side. Minor surface dimples are common in 2024 Chrome and should be checked for under direct light before grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a high-value live auction to capture 'hype' pricing. Alternatively, a high-end consignment through PWCC or Goldin if the card is PSA 10 graded. Facebook Blue Jays-specific hobby groups may yield higher net returns via private sale.
Selling Tips
Do not sell raw if you believe it is a 10; the value multiplier for a /10 card in a PSA 10 slab is massive. Use 'Short Print', 'SSP', and 'Case Hit' keywords. Ship only via BMWT (Bubble Mailer with Tracking) or a small box with Signature Confirmation given the value.