2024 Topps Series 1 Stephen Kolek Gold Foil #48
Stephen Kolek · Topps · Parallel (Gold Foil)
Player
Stephen Kolek
Set
2024 Topps Series 1
Year
2024
Card #
#48
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the top border. Corners and edges look sharp, though standard retail foil cards often possess minor surface micro-scratching from pack rub.
Category
Parallel (Gold Foil)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Stephen Kolek is a relief pitcher (RC status noted in 2024 sets, though his flag is missing on this specific base design). Market demand is limited primarily to Royals team set collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45 (Note: Grading costs currently exceed the market value for this specific player).
Comparable Sales
Recent 2024 Topps Gold Foil common players have consistently sold for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Star players in this parallel fetch $5-10, while relief pitchers like Kolek typically sit at the lower end.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 1 Stephen Kolek Gold Foil parallel card. Kolek is featured in his Kansas City Royals home blue uniform in a dynamic pitching motion. The card features the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo stamp and the iconic 'KC' Royals crown logo. The Gold Foil version is a Jumbo Box exclusive parallel, distinguished by the shiny gold-leaf texture on the lower banner and border accents.
Key Features
Jumbo Box Exclusive Parallel; Kansas City Royals team color match; High-gloss gold foil finish; 75th Anniversary branding.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps 2024 stock thickness; correct metallic gold foil stamping; crisp 'Topps 75' logo detail; appropriate pixel density in player photo. This card is not currently a target for counterfeiting due to its commonality.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias. High-gloss gold foil surfaces are prone to 'print lines' or light surface dimples direct from the factory. Vertical alignment seems slightly tilted relative to the white border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a Royals team lot) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Most effective when sold as part of a 'pick your card' listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee will be higher than the card's value. List as '2024 Topps Gold Foil' and use a high-quality scan. For shipping, a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) via eBay Standard Envelope for $0.63 is the best way to remain competitive on price.
Notes
2926 topps series 1 #48