2024 Topps Series 1 Willson Contreras Black Border Parallel #296
Willson Contreras · Topps · Parallel (Numbered)
Player
Willson Contreras
Set
2024 Topps Series 1
Year
2024
Card #
296
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - Centering appears slightly left-heavy (approx 60/40), corners and edges look sharp through the top-loader, surface shows no visible scratches.
Category
Parallel (Numbered)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Strong. Contreras is a 3-time All-Star. While not a 'Superstar' rookie, Black Border parallels are pillar chases for set builders and team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent 2024 Topps Black Border veterans typically sell between $15 and $30 raw. A similar Gold parallel /2024 sells for $3-5, highlighting the significant premium for the Black /73 version.
Description
Featured here is a 2024 Topps Series 1 Willson Contreras card, card #296, in the highly sought-after Black Border parallel. The card depicts the St. Louis Cardinals catcher in an intense celebration, showcasing the iconic 2024 neon-aesthetic design. This card is serial-numbered on the back out of /73 to commemorate Topps' 73rd anniversary. The black edges are notorious for showing chipping, but this example appears exceptionally clean.
Key Features
Numbered parallel (/73), popular Black Border variant, notable veteran catcher, St. Louis Cardinals team interest, and high-intensity photography.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps hologram application (if applicable on back), crisp matte finish on the player photo against the glossy black border, and authentic card stock thickness. Black borders are difficult to replicate without pixelation on the edges.
Flaws to Note
Minor left-to-right centering bias. Black borders are extremely sensitive; even microscopic white chipping on edges or corners can drop a grade to an 8 or 9. Surface reflects light well but must be checked for 'dimples' common in this set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of team collectors and set builders looking for specific numbered parallels.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are certain of a PSA 10, as the cost of grading often exceeds the value of a PSA 9 for this specific player. Use a high-resolution scan of the back to show the serial number. Use keywords: 'Numbered /73', 'Black Border', 'St. Louis Cardinals'.
Notes
Wilson Contreras 296