2024 Topps Series 1 Francisco Lindor Stars of MLB #SMLB-20
Francisco Lindor · Topps · Insert
Player
Francisco Lindor
Set
2024 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB
Year
2024
Card #
#SMLB-20
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering appears 50/50, but corners and edges inside the top-loader show potential factory whitening common to this set.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate; stable demand from Mets team collectors and set builders. High supply due to high pull rates in retail packs.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $40-50 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $1.99 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for $30-45, but sales are infrequent as collectors rarely grade base inserts.
Description
Detailed listing: 2024 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB Francisco Lindor insert. Features the Mets superstar shortstop in his home pinstripes set against a vibrant, foil-etched background with stylized stars and a circular graphic motif. The card has a high-gloss finish with silver/chrome aesthetic highlights.
Key Features
Features New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor; iconic 'Stars of MLB' insert design; high-gloss foil finish; popular retail-exclusive insert set for 2024.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Topps logo in top left; correct 2024 design patterns; standard card stock thickness and foil refraction quality. Confidence: High. Not commonly counterfeited due to low unit value.
Flaws to Note
Potential for surface scratches on the sensitive foil finish; slight edge chipping common with Topps retail inserts; card is pictured in a top-loader which may hide fine corner dings.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' or part of a player lot), COMC for slow-burn sales, or local trade nights for Mets fans.
Selling Tips
Group with other Francisco Lindor or Mets cards to save on shipping and increase visibility; use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap tracked shipping ($0.64-$1.12); do not grade this card as the fees will outweigh the profit.