2024 Topps Series 2 Stephen Kolek Rookie Card #613
Stephen Kolek · Topps · Base Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Stephen Kolek
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#613
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border; top/bottom thin edges suggest standard factory cut. Surface looks clean but image quality is low; corners look relatively sharp but are placed on a fuzzy surface making full assessment difficult.
Category
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Stephen Kolek is currently a middle reliever specializing in bulk innings. Base rookie cards for non-star pitchers typically have low secondary market velocity unless used for team sets or 'pitching ninja' style collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of common 2024 Topps base rookies for relief pitchers average $0.50 to $0.99 plus shipping. Parallel versions (Rainbow Foil, Gold /2024) would command slightly higher premiums.
Description
A 2024 Topps Series 2 rookie card of Kansas City Royals pitcher Stephen Kolek. The card features the classic Topps 2024 design with the player in a pitching follow-through in the Royals light blue jersey. The card includes the 'RC' logo in the bottom left, the 'KC' team logo in the corner, and the Topps 75th Anniversary stamp in the upper left.
Key Features
Features the official RC (Rookie Card) shield. Part of the 2024 flagship Topps set for a young MLB pitcher.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common base card from the 2024 set with correct gloss, logo placement, and trademarked Topps typography. Standard cardboard stock.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering imbalance. As the card is on a carpeted surface, potential surface scratches or micro-scuffs cannot be ruled out. Common for these base cards to have slight white chipping on the back edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping), COMC, or in a local card shop 'Quarter Bin'. This card is a good candidate for a Kansas City Royals 'Team Lot' on Mercari or Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of professional grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card even in a PSA 10 slab. Best sold as part of a lot with other 2024 Royals players or as a cheap 'filler' for someone completing the full 2024 Topps base set.