2024 Topps Series 2 Jose Caballero '1975 Buyback' Stamped #626
José Caballero · Topps · Base Card / 75th Anniversary Buyback Stamped Insert
Player
José Caballero
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#626
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right edge (approx 45/55). The corners and edges look sharp based on the photo, but typical Topps paper stock often has micro-chipping on the reverse.
Category
Base Card / 75th Anniversary Buyback Stamped Insert
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is driven by Yankees team collectors and those building the 75th Anniversary stamped set. Caballero’s recent trade to the Rays may slightly lower demand for him in a Yankees uniform.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 9: $15.00 - $25.00; PSA 10: $45.00 - $65.00 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current raw market value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of 2024 Topps stamped buybacks for mid-tier players typically sell for $2-$8. Similar José Caballero base parallels (like Rainbow Foil) have recently sold in the $1-$3 range.
Description
This 2024 Topps Series 2 José Caballero card features the New York Yankees infielder in his home pinstripes. A notable visual element is the 'Topps 75' diamond logo foil-stamped on the front, indicating this is part of the 75th Anniversary buyback/parallel program. The card design utilizes the 2024 flagship border style with a clear action shot and a clean white border.
Key Features
Features the 'Topps 75' anniversary stamped logo; Caballero is a rising talent known for high stolen base numbers; Yankee team interest ensures a baseline of collector demand; scarcity is higher than a standard base card due to the stamp.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps 75' foil stamp has correct reflective properties and indentation. Card stock thickness and gloss match 2024 Topps Series 2 production standards. This card is not currently a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Slight vertical centering bias toward the right side. Minor white corner wear is visible on the bottom left corner. Surface integrity cannot be fully verified through the photo but looks clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer'), COMC for long-term consignment, or New York area local card shows.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19-$25) is significantly higher than the card's raw value. Use keywords like 'Topps 75th Anniversary Stamp' and 'Yankees' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.