2024 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB Cody Bellinger #SMLB-16
Cody Bellinger · Topps · Insert
Player
Cody Bellinger
Set
2024 Topps Series 1 Stars of MLB
Year
2024
Card #
#SMLB-16
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering looks slightly left-heavy, corners and edges appear sharp but surface scratches are common on this foil-finish set.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate-Low; these are high-volume inserts found in almost every retail pack of 2024 Topps, leading to a saturated market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-8, PSA 9: $10-15, PSA 10: $25-35 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for this specific card range from $0.99 to $1.50 plus shipping. Bulk lots of Stars of MLB inserts typically sell for $0.25 - $0.40 per card.
Description
Featured here is the 2024 Topps Stars of MLB insert card of Cody Bellinger. The card features a high-gloss silver foil finish with a rainbow refractive shine. It depicts Bellinger in his New York Yankees pinstripes with a stylized 'Stars' background featuring gold 3D-effect stars and a brush-stroke aesthetic. The 'Topps' logo is in the top left, and his name is featured in a blue banner at the bottom.
Key Features
Includes a popular rainbow foil finish; features a former MVP in a marquee jersey (Yankees); part of a widely collected retail-exclusive insert set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps printing with correct 'Stars of MLB' foil pattern and stock thickness. This card is not currently targeted by counterfeiters due to its high production volume and low individual value.
Flaws to Note
Slightly off-center from left to right. The card is currently loose on a hard surface without a sleeve, which risks fine surface scratches on the sensitive foil finish. Minor edge wear visible on the top right corner.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a team lot or set-filler), COMC (best for low-value individual inserts), or local trade binders.
Selling Tips
It is not recommended to grade this card as the grading fee ($19+) is significantly higher than the card's worth. Best sold as part of a '2024 Topps Insert Lot' or a 'Cody Bellinger Player Lot' to save on shipping costs. Place in a penny sleeve and top-loader immediately to prevent foil scratching.