2024 Topps Series 2 Pete Crow-Armstrong Silver Foil Parallel #493
Pete Crow-Armstrong · Topps (Fanatics) · Rookie Card (RC), Parallel, Silver Foil
Player
Pete Crow-Armstrong
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#493
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Corners and edges look sharp from the photo, surfacing shows standard gloss with no immediate scratches visible.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Parallel, Silver Foil
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Strong. PCA is a fan favorite and a high-upside prospect. Demand peaks when he is called up to the active roster or has a multi-hit game. Modern rookie parallels of top prospects remain the backbone of the current market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for the 2024 Silver Foil parallel have averaged $7-$9 plus shipping. PSA 10 Gem Mint copies have fetched upwards of $85 during his recent stint in the majors.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 2 Pete Crow-Armstrong Rookie Card featuring the flashy Silver Foil parallel finish. The card depicts the Chicago Cubs top prospect in a dynamic fielding pose. The Silver Foil parallel adds a metallic shine to the border and design elements, making it a highly sought-after variant found exclusively in Jumbo and Retail packs (typically one per pack). Featuring the official RC logo and the 'Topps 75' anniversary stamp.
Key Features
Rookie Card status of a Top-10 MLB prospect; Silver Foil parallel is a 'Retail/Jumbo Exclusive' making it rarer than the base paper version; features the iconic Chicago Cubs branding.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct 2024 Topps stock thickness; high-resolution printing of the 'Topps 75' and 'RC' logos; proper silver foil reflectivity. Confidence is High as this is a new release and not currently a target for high-end counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Front horizontal centering is slightly biased towards the right side. Silver foil cards are notoriously prone to surface scratches and 'chipping' on the thin foil edges, which can be seen upon closer inspection under light.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high traffic for modern raw singles. Facebook Cubs fan groups or 'Cards Under $20' groups are also excellent for a quick fee-free sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee often exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords like 'PCA', 'RC', and 'Short Print' (even though it is a parallel). Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a cardboard-shielded envelope.