2019 Topps Update Pete Alonso Topps On Demand 19 HR Derby Champ Rookie #2
Pete Alonso · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Insert, Topps On Demand
Player
Pete Alonso
Set
2019 Topps Update On Demand - HR Derby Champions Set
Year
2019
Card #
2
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Visible top-edge scaling and corner softening. Centering appears slightly heavy toward the bottom edge.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Insert, Topps On Demand
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Pete Alonso remains a popular figure for New York Mets collectors, though demand peaked during his rookie year and has since stabilized.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $120-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $5 to $10. PSA 10 examples have sold for $110-140 in recent months, but this specific card's condition issues likely keep it in the lower raw tier.
Description
Featured is the 2019 Topps On Demand rookie card of Pete 'Polar Bear' Alonso, commemorating his 2019 Home Run Derby Championship. The card features a sleek black-and-white background with a full-color action shot of Alonso finishing his swing. It includes a printed facsimile signature and a '19 HR Derby Champ' notation. A distinct gold 'ROOKIE' star appears in the bottom right corner, a hallmark of the Topps On Demand design for that year.
Key Features
Rookie card status; Commemorates Alonso's historic Home Run Derby win; Topps On Demand sets have lower print runs than standard flagship Series 1, 2, or Update.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card stock depth, gloss finish, and specific 'Topps On Demand' font and layout are consistent with the limited online-only release. This specific card is not frequently faked given its mid-tier value.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening is visible on the top edge and corners which is common for black-bordered cards. The photo also reveals surface dust or minor scratches; some corner softening on the bottom left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for high-volume sellers, or New York area Facebook buy/sell/trade groups where Mets fandom is highest.
Selling Tips
Due to the damage on the top edge, grading is NOT recommended as the cost of grading will likely exceed the card's value. List as 'Raw Rookie' with high-resolution photos of the edges. Use keywords: 'Pete Alonso RC', 'Home Run Derby Champion', 'Topps On Demand'.