2024 Topps Series 1 Jimmy Crooks RC #229
Jimmy Crooks · Topps · Base Rookie Card
Player
Jimmy Crooks
Set
2024 Topps Series 1
Year
2024
Card #
229
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Potential - Centering looks slightly heavy to the right (approx 55/45). Corners appear sharp, but there is noticeable surface risk from the carpet placement.
Category
Base Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate (St. Louis market) - Demand is driven primarily by Cardinals team collectors and set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw base copies of 2024 Topps #229 range from $0.99 to $1.50 including shipping. Bulk lots frequently sell for less per card.
Description
2024 Topps Series 1 rookie card featuring St. Louis Cardinals catcher Jimmy Crooks. The design features the classic white border with the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo in the top right and the official 'RC' rookie logo in the lower left. Crooks is shown in action wearing the Cardinals road grey uniform.
Key Features
Includes official MLB Rookie Card logo; first appearance in Topps flagship series; key prospect for the St. Louis Cardinals organization.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 2024 design motifs, high-resolution printing on the Cardinals logo, and proper Topps 75th logo placement. Confidence: High. This card is currently too low in value to be a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-side centering bias. Minor surface concerns due to being photographed directly on a carpeted surface without a penny sleeve or top loader, which can cause micro-scratching.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with $0.68 eBay Standard Envelope shipping), COMC, or person-to-person in Cardinals fan groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the raw market value. To maximize value, place the card in a penny sleeve and top loader immediately. Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.