2024 Topps Series 2 Yoshinobu Yamamoto Silver Foil Parallel #405
Yoshinobu Yamamoto · Topps · Parallel, Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#405
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners look sharp, surface lacks visible scratches but requires closer inspection.
Category
Parallel, Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong; Yamamoto is a high-profile international signing for the Dodgers, maintaining high volume in the hobby market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $18.50 to $24.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently cleared the $130 threshold.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 2 Silver Foil parallel featuring Los Angeles Dodgers sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The card displays a dynamic action shot of Yamamoto in his home white jersey during his follow-through. As a Silver Foil parallel, it features a metallic finish across the front, making it a more desirable short-print alternative to the standard base rookie card.
Key Features
True Rookie Card designation; Los Angeles Dodgers market appeal; Silver Foil rainbow parallel (Jumbo/Hobby Exclusive); high-demand international star pitcher.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct dot-matrix printing on nameplate; 'Topps 75' anniversary logo in top right; authentic card stock thickness; correct Dodgers logo and holographic foil pattern. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible right-side centering bias; typical foil surface sensitivity for this year which can lead to micro-scratches; slight corner softness on the bottom right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary marketplace for rapid sales; COMC for longer-term consignment; Facebook hobby groups for fee-free trading.
Selling Tips
Use 'SSP', 'Rainbow', or 'Silver Foil' in tags. If the surface is flawless, consider PSA grading to chase a 10, as the price jump for 10s on this specific parallel is significant. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.