2024 Topps Series 2 Ben Rice Rookie Card #404
Ben Rice · Topps · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Ben Rice
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
404
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border (approx 60/40), and the top-right corner shows a minor speck that could be a print defect or slight chipping. Surfaces and edges appear clean through the top-loader.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is tied heavily to the Yankees market and Rice's daily performance in the lineup. As a base rookie card, it has high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently cleared the $50 mark during periods of high performance.
Description
This is the official 2024 Topps Series 2 rookie card of New York Yankees prospect Ben Rice. The card features Rice in the iconic Yankees pinstripes, mid-stride on the field. It includes the official MLB 'RC' rookie logo on the bottom left and the classic Topps branding. The design utilizes the 2024 neon-border aesthetic with clear team-specific coloring.
Key Features
First True Topps Rookie Card; New York Yankees collectability; potential breakout prospect status; clean flagship design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 2024 Topps gloss finish, accurate team logo typography, and standard card stock thickness for flagship Series 2. No signs of reprint or alteration.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly biased toward the right side. The orange price sticker is on the top-loader, not the card itself, but it obscures the front surface for a full inspection. Possible minor white corner wear on the top right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC for long-term consignment, or local card shows in the New York/Tri-state area.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as grading costs outweigh the value of a 9. List on eBay using 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $1.00 shipping to maximize profit on low-value items. Use keywords like 'NY Yankees RC' and 'Ben Rice 1st Rookie'.