2024 Topps Now Paul Skenes #157 (1.97 ERA Rookie Year)
Paul Skenes · Topps · Base Insert / Topps Now
Player
Paul Skenes
Set
2024 Topps Now
Year
2024
Card #
157
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have Sharp corners and clean edges through the sleeve. Centering looks slightly biased towards the left (approx 60/40), which is common for print-on-demand cards.
Category
Base Insert / Topps Now
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Paul Skenes is currently one of the most collected players in the hobby. Demand spikes whenever he starts a game or breaks a record.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $6.00 to $10.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $75 range as the initial hype of the print run stabilizes.
Description
This 2024 Topps Now card commemorates Paul Skenes' dominant rookie season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, specifically highlighting his incredible 1.97 ERA. The card features Skenes in his black Pirates jersey delivering a pitch against a modern geometric background. These cards were only available for 24 hours via the Topps website.
Key Features
Features the 2024 NL Rookie of the Year favorite and generational pitching prospect; 'Topps Now' print-on-demand limited release; highlights historically low ERA through his first series of starts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps Now' logo and specific matte finish on white borders are standard. Counterfeits for this specific high-volume Topps Now card are rare as the cost of production exceeds the current market value of a fake.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering issues (heavy to the left side) are common in Topps Now print runs. Potential surface micro-scratching from being stored in a multi-card binder page rather than a dedicated top loader.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for high-velocity sales of Topps Now cards. Facebook baseball card groups (like 'Topps Now Collectors') are also excellent for avoiding high fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10; otherwise, the grading fee will exceed the card's value. List it with 'RC', 'Pirates', and '1.97 ERA' in the title. Remove it from the binder page and place it into a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent surface wear.