2024 Topps Series 1 Sal Stewart Orange Foil Sun Pattern Parallel #317
Sal Stewart · Topps · Rookie Card, Parallel, Orange Foil Sun Pattern
Player
Sal Stewart
Set
2024 Topps Series 1 (Topps 75th Anniversary Subset Designation)
Year
2024
Card #
317
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. Centering appears slightly heavy on the right (60/40); corners and edges look sharp with no visible chipping on the foil surface.
Category
Rookie Card, Parallel, Orange Foil Sun Pattern
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Sal Stewart is a high-ceiling prospect but is currently in the minor leagues. Demand is driven by 'Reds' team collectors and prospectors waiting for his MLB debut.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent 2024 Topps foil parallels of similar tier prospects have sold for $8-15 raw. Graded PSA 10 versions of mid-tier Reds rookies from this set typically settle around the $75 mark.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 1 Sal Stewart Rookie Card featuring the limited Orange Foil Sun Pattern parallel. The card shows Stewart in his Cincinnati Reds uniform completing a swing. The background features a vibrant orange sunburst/floral foil pattern that reacts to light, along with the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo in the upper right. The classic RC shield is prominently displayed on the left.
Key Features
Rookie Card (RC) status for a Cincinnati Reds top prospect; limited 'Sun' foil pattern which is a more difficult pull than standard base or gold parallels; vibrant color match with the Reds team colors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The specific 2024 Topps foil stock, intricate sunburst pattern, and crisp 75th Anniversary logo are difficult to replicate. This is a modern prospect card and is not currently a target for high-end counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Minor centering issues common with 2024 Topps Series 1 (appears slightly shifted to the right). Foil cards are highly susceptible to surface scratches and 'dimples' from the printing process, though none are immediately obvious from the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of prospectors and Reds collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for long-term 'set and forget' selling.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are confident it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee will likely exceeding the value of a PSA 9. List as 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' to capitalize on prospect hype. Use keywords like 'Stewart RC', 'Orange Foil', and 'Short Print'. Always ship in a penny sleeve, top loader, and bubble mailer (ground advantage).