2024 Topps Series 1 Fernando Cruz #144
Fernando Cruz · Topps (Fanatics) · Base
Player
Fernando Cruz
Set
2024 Topps Series 1
Year
2024
Card #
144
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). Left-to-right centering is slightly heavy on the right (~55/45). Corners and edges appear sharp from the image, but bottom right corner shows possible minor handling wear. Surface looks clean with no visible dimples.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Low. As a standard base card of a middle-relief pitcher, demand is primarily limited to team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.20 - $0.75
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-8, PSA 9: $10-15, PSA 10: $25-35 (Note: Grading costs exceed card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for individual base cards from this set typically range from $0.50 to $1.50 including 'eBay Standard Envelope' shipping. Bulk lots often sell for roughly $0.05 - $0.10 per card.
Description
Featured here is the 2024 Topps Series 1 base card of Fernando Cruz (pitching for the Cincinnati Reds, though this design features the 2024 Topps border style). The card depicts Cruz in an emotional, celebratory pose on the mound. The design features the 'neon' style border borders and the vertical team name on the left side.
Key Features
Current year Topps design; collectible for Cincinnati Reds team set collectors or Fernando Cruz fans; high-action photography.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct logo placement, matte finish on card stock, and crisp typography. This is a common base card and is not a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
The centering is slightly shifted to the right border. There is a potential minor white speck/softness on the bottom-right corner. Ungraded value is limited due to high print volume of base cards.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in 'dimestore' boxes at local card shows, as part of a team lot on eBay, or through COMC (Check Out My Cards) where low-value cards can be consolidated.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($15+) far outweighs the market value. List it as '2024 Topps Fernando Cruz #144' in a bulk lot with other Reds players or Yankees (as the user's notes mention Yankees) to maximize shipping efficiency.