2024 Topps Series 1 Fernando Tatis Jr. Stars of the Blueprints #SB-19
Fernando Tatis Jr. · Topps · Insert
Player
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Set
2024 Topps Series 1 Stars of the Blueprints
Year
2024
Card #
#SB-19
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Potential. The card appears well-centered with sharp corners and clean edges based on the photo; however, black borders on the bottom and sides are prone to visible chipping and surface scratches.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Tatis Jr. remains a popular chase for Padres fans and player collectors, but as a widely available retail insert, the market is saturated.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: High supply makes grading this card financially risky unless it is a guaranteed 10.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Bulk lots featuring this insert usually sell for slightly better per-card margins.
Description
This 2024 Topps Series 1 card features San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. in the 'Stars of the Blueprints' insert set. The design utilizes a street-art inspired aesthetic with spray-paint textures in yellow and purple, contrasting against a dark, textured background. Tatis is pictured in his pinstripe Padres uniform with a focused batting stance.
Key Features
Features one of the most electric players in MLB; modern street-art design; high-gloss finish typical of 2024 Topps inserts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps logo in the top left, sharp typography, and correct card stock texture for 2024 Series 1. This insert is not currently targeted by counterfeiters due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Minor white chipping often occurs on the dark bottom border. Dark-edged cards like this show edge wear much faster than standard white-bordered cards. Surface micro-scratches are common on these high-gloss inserts.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or bundled with other Tatis cards. Could also be used as trade fodder at local card shows or listed on COMC.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are building a registry set; the cost of grading usually exceeds the card's market value. If selling on eBay, use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap tracked shipping ($1.11 as of 2024) to keep the total cost attractive to buyers.