2024 Topps Series 2 Paul Skenes Portrait SSP #662
Paul Skenes · Topps (Fanatics) · Short Print (SSP), Portrait Variation
Player
Paul Skenes
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
662
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have strong centering and sharp edges from a visual perspective, though the top-right corner requires physical magnification to confirm no dings. Typical modern Topps stock. Likely PSA 9 or potential 10.
Category
Short Print (SSP), Portrait Variation
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Hot. Skenes is currently a market driver; his cards are among the most liquid in the hobby right now as he continues his dominant rookie season.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$650.00 - $850.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $450 - $550, PSA 9: $800 - $1,000, PSA 10: $2,500 - $3,500
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay have fluctuated between $700 and $900. PSA 10 examples have reached as high as $3,500 - $4,200 during peak hype cycles. The market is currently stable but moves with each start he makes.
Description
Featured here is the highly coveted 2024 Topps Series 2 Paul Skenes Super Short Print (SSP) card #662. This portrait variation shows the Pittsburgh Pirates ace in his black alternate jersey mid-delivery. Known as one of the 'chase' cards of the 2024 release, this card features a clean white border design with the 'PIT' and 'P' logos, printed on premium cardstock with the Topps 75th Anniversary stamp in the upper corner.
Key Features
This is a 'Super Short Print' (SSP) variation, much rarer than standard base cards. Paul Skenes is the most hyped pitching prospect in a decade, making this his most significant 'true' Topps flagship rookie-era card to date.
Authenticity Indicators
High Confidence. The Topps logo features crisp foil stamping and the card stock thickness is consistent with 2024 Series 2. The 'SSP' code on the back (ending in specific numbers) differentiates it from common base cards. Common counterfeits of this specific 2024 card are not yet prevalent but always check micro-printing on the nameplate.
Flaws to Note
A slight left-to-right centering bias is common in this set. Surface scratches on the high-gloss finish are the most frequent reason for grade deductions. Ensure there is no 'white' showing on the back corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for immediate high-value exposure. For a card of this value, a specialized auction house like Goldin or PWCC is also an option if graded PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Get this card graded by PSA immediately. The price gap between raw and a PSA 10 is thousands of dollars. Use a microfiber cloth to gently remove fingerprints before submission. List on eBay as a 'Fixed Price/Best Offer' rather than an auction to protect against market dips.