2024 Topps Series 2 Spencer Schwellenbach Blue Foil /999 #454
Spencer Schwellenbach · Topps · Parallel, Numbered, Future Stars
Player
Spencer Schwellenbach
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#454
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy towards the bottom right; corners show minimal whitening; surface looks clean but requires higher resolution for scratch check.
Category
Parallel, Numbered, Future Stars
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Demand is tied to Schwellenbach's performance in the Braves rotation. As a young pitcher, interest fluctuates based on his most recent starts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80
Comparable Sales
Raw Spencer Schwellenbach parallels from 2024 Topps have been selling between $3 and $15 depending on the rarity of the color. The /999 Blue Foil specifically typically settles around the $8-10 mark for active pitchers.
Description
This 2024 Topps Series 2 Spencer Schwellenbach card features the 'Future Stars' subset design. It is a Blue Foil parallel, a retail-exclusive patterned foil version often serial-numbered to /999. The card shows the Braves pitcher in his follow-through motion against a blurred crowd background, featuring the Topps 75th Anniversary logo in the top right corner.
Key Features
Low serial numbering (/999), first-year 'Future Stars' designation for a rising Braves pitching prospect, and attractive blue foil patterned finish.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps 75' logo and specific blue foil pattern are consistent with 2024 Series 2 production. No known major counterfeits exist for this specific common parallel.
Flaws to Note
Card is pictured on a carpeted surface without a sleeve, increasing the risk of surface scratches and corner dings. Centering on the bottom border looks narrow compared to the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping) or COMC for easy processing. Local Braves-area card shows would also be effective.
Selling Tips
Immediately place the card in a penny sleeve and top loader to prevent further surface wear. Mention the exact /999 serial number in the title once identified on the back. Shipping via eBay Standard Envelope ($1.11) is best for cards under $20 to maximize profit.