2019 Topps Now Max Fried RC Postseason #601
Max Fried · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Topps Now, Postseason
Player
Max Fried
Set
2019 Topps Now MLB
Year
2019
Card #
#601
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears well-centered with sharp corners and clean edges visible through the sleeve. Surface appears smooth with no visible dimples or print lines.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Topps Now, Postseason
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Fried is a top-tier pitcher, and his Topps Now RCs are more niche than his flagship Series 2 or Chrome RCs, but they have a dedicated following due to lower print runs.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-25, PSA 9: $35-45, PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw Max Fried Topps Now base RCs have ranged between $5 and $10 plus shipping. PSA 10 examples of his early Topps Now cards occasionally reach the $80-100 range depending on the specific event featured.
Description
This 2019 Topps Now card features Atlanta Braves ace Max Fried during the 2019 Postseason where the team captured the NL East Division Championship. The card displays the official 'RC' logo and is part of the limited-run Topps Now print-on-demand series. The design features a high-action photography layout with the 'Postseason 2019' logo and an elegant gold-to-white gradient border at the bottom. Perfect for Braves fans and rookie card collectors.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card designation; limited production run available for only 24 hours; commemorates the Braves' NL East title; key left-handed pitcher for a championship team.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Topps Now logo and font styles; 'Postseason' official MLB hologram-style logo; high-gloss finish typical of premium card stock. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
No major flaws visible in the photo; however, Topps Now cards are prone to small corner touches during initial shipping from the manufacturer. Potential for minor surface scratches from the penny sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of Braves team collectors and player-specific set builders looking for specific Now numbers.
Selling Tips
List with keywords 'Rookie Card', 'RC', and 'Print Run' (check Topps archives for the exact PR of #601). Due to the modern gloss, ensure pictures are taken with a non-reflective background. Shipping via the eBay Standard Envelope for items under $20 is recommended.