2024 Topps Series 2 Juan Soto SSP Mirror Image Variation 'The New York City Star' #343
Juan Soto · Topps · Short Print (SSP), Variation, Base Set Parallel
Player
Juan Soto
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#343
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Potential - Centering looks solid for this modern stock; however, edges on matte-finished Topps cards are prone to micro-chipping.
Category
Short Print (SSP), Variation, Base Set Parallel
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Hot - Juan Soto is a generational talent and his first cards in a Mets uniform are driving significant hobby interest within the NY market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$150.00 - $250.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $125-150, PSA 9: $200-275, PSA 10: $600-800
Comparable Sales
Recent 2024 Topps SSP variations for elite stars like Ohtani and Soto have consistently sold in the $175-$300 range raw depending on the specific variation rarity.
Description
A stunning 2024 Topps Series 2 Juan Soto Super Short Print (SSP) variation featuring a unique artistic 'Mirror Image' or painted-style design. The card depicts Soto in his New York Mets jersey with a vibrant, star-patterned background. This is a highly coveted case-hit level chase card.
Key Features
Super Short Print (SSP) scarcity; First year featuring Juan Soto in a New York Mets uniform within the flagship Topps set; Artistic variation design distinct from standard base cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font styling for 'Juan Soto' and 'New York Mets'; High-quality matte finish with gloss overlay on the player image; Code on back (not visible here) should end in a specific number (likely #704 or similar for SSPs). Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Possible white 'flecks' on the bottom blue edge (common for these dark-bordered Topps cards); top edge shows minor whitening. Surface needs inspection for roller marks common in 2024 production.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction for maximum visibility), MySlabs (fixed price for collectors), or high-end Facebook Baseball Card BST groups.
Selling Tips
If the surface and corners are flawless under a loupe, prioritize PSA grading. A PSA 10 gem mint grade on an SSP roughly triples the raw value. Use 'CASE HIT' and 'SSP' in the title.