2024 Panini USA Baseball Stars & Stripes Frank Thomas III #15
Frank Thomas III · Panini · Base / Prospect Card
Player
Frank Thomas III
Set
2024 Panini USA Baseball Stars & Stripes (16U/17U National Team Development Program)
Year
2024
Card #
#15
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have sharp corners and clean edges based on the image, though centering favors the right side (approx 60/40). Surface looks glossy without visible scratches.
Category
Base / Prospect Card
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is primarily driven by prospect collectors and fans of his father, Frank Thomas. As an amateur player, his market value fluctuates based on his future high school and college performance.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-50
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of 2024 Stars & Stripes base cards generally sell for $0.99 to $1.50 plus shipping. Graded copies are rarely seen for base versions of this specific player unless part of a bulk submission, typically holding a 'legacy' value for player-set collectors.
Description
A crisp 2024 Panini USA Baseball Stars & Stripes card featuring Frank Thomas III. The card depicts the young infielder/outfielder in his light blue USA Baseball developmental jersey (number 10) during a swing follow-through. The design features a patriotic red, white, and blue theme with the American flag integrated into the bottom border and the 16U/17U National Team Development Program logo on the right side.
Key Features
Features the son of MLB Hall of Famer Frank 'The Big Hurt' Thomas. Part of the specialized USA Baseball National Team Development Program subset, which captures top-tier amateur prospects before they enter professional or collegiate ranks.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock thickness for Panini Stars & Stripes; high-resolution printing on the 'USA Baseball' logo and text. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting due to its modern production and current market value.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center left-to-right (heavy on the right border). Minor white specking on the bottom right corner tip from production. No major creases or surface defects visible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' listing or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local card shops may buy in bulk with other USA Baseball cards, but individual sale is most profitable on hobby-specific platforms.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10, as grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 9 or lower. Use keywords like 'Frank Thomas III', 'Prospect', 'USA Baseball', and 'Sons of MLB'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.