2021 Topps Series 2 Yordan Alvarez 75th Anniversary Through the Years #TTY-13
Yordan Alvarez · Topps · Insert / Reprints
Player
Yordan Alvarez
Set
2021 Topps Series 2 - Through the Years Insert
Year
2021
Card #
#TTY-13
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right border (60/40), corners and edges appear sharp from the photo.
Category
Insert / Reprints
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Yordan Alvarez is a top-tier power hitter, keeping his base inserts in steady demand for team and player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales on eBay for raw copies typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded copies are rarely seen as the grading fee usually outweighs the card's secondary market value.
Description
This 2021 Topps Series 2 insert celebrates the brand's 75th anniversary by featuring Yordan Alvarez on a classic 1952 Topps inspired design. The card features a white border with a textured linen-style background on the left edge and the 'Topps 75' diamond logo in the upper left. Part of the 'Through the Years' subset, it highlights modern stars in vintage aesthetics.
Key Features
Features Houston Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez; part of the popular 75th Anniversary 'Through the Years' insert set; classic 1952 Topps design homage.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. Note to collectors: This card is often mistaken for a 1/1 original or a genuine vintage card by novices, but it is a mass-produced 2021 insert. The 'Through the Years' text on the back and 2021 copyright are standard.
Flaws to Note
The centering is slightly shifted toward the right side. While the edges look clean, these cards are prone to minor surface scuffs if handled without a sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for single low-value inserts), COMC (good for 'stacking' lower-value cards for bulk shipment), or local card shop dollar bins.
Selling Tips
List as an 'Insert' or 'Through the Years' card to avoid confusion with original 1952 designs. Use 'Houston Astros' and 'Yordan Alvarez' as primary keywords. Due to the low value, ship using the eBay Standard Envelope for $0.60 to maintain a profit margin.