2024 Topps Series 2 Paul Skenes SSP Golden Mirror Image Variation #658
Paul Skenes · Topps (Fanatics) · Short Print (SSP), Golden Mirror Image Variation, Rookie Era Card
Player
Paul Skenes
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#658
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have excellent centering (approximately 50/50) and sharp corners. However, without a back image and under-light surface inspection, a Gem Mint 10 cannot be guaranteed. Visible edges look clean with no major chipping.
Category
Short Print (SSP), Golden Mirror Image Variation, Rookie Era Card
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Hot. Paul Skenes is currently the most followed and hyped pitcher in baseball. His cards are seeing massive volume and price appreciation following his dominant MLB debut and All-Star selection.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$400.00 - $600.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $300-375, PSA 9: $550-650, PSA 10: $1,200-1,500
Comparable Sales
Raw copies have recently fluctuated between $450 and $550. PSA 10 copies have reached as high as $1,800 during his debut week, though they have stabilized closer to $1,300 recently. Market trend: Bullish, but highly dependent on seasonal performance.
Description
Featured here is one of the most coveted pulls from 2024 Topps Series 2: the Paul Skenes Golden Mirror Super Short Print (SSP) Variation. Unlike the standard base card, this SSP features an exclusive horizontal-style action shot of the Pirates phenom in his black road alternate jersey. The card is distinguished by the gold Topps 75th Anniversary logo in the top right and a full gold-back design. A must-have for high-end modern baseball collectors.
Key Features
First MLB-licensed Topps card of the 2023 #1 overall pick and generational pitching prospect. The Golden Mirror SSP variations are significantly rarer than standard Short Prints, with estimated print runs much lower than base parallels.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 'Golden Mirror' card stock gloss, specific gold-foil logo stamping, and the serial code on the back (ending in #102 for this specific variation) confirm authenticity. This card is too new for significant counterfeit circulation.
Flaws to Note
Possible minor surface dimples (common in 2024 Topps stock) and potential white 'snowing' on the black borders of the back of the card. The top-left corner shows a very slight hint of white on the extreme tip in the photo, which may cap the grade at a 9.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for maximum exposure via auction or High BIN/OBO. Alternatively, high-end consignment houses like Goldin or PWCC would be suitable if the card is graded PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Grade this card immediately with PSA. The price multiplier for a Skenes SSP in a PSA 10 slab is massive compared to raw. Ship in a brand new penny sleeve, top loader, and cardboard sandwich inside a bubble mailer. List during his next scheduled start to leverage maximum hype.