2017 Topps Fire Aaron Judge Rookie Flame Parallel /199 #62
Aaron Judge · Topps · Rookie Card (RC), Numbered Parallel, Flame Refractor
Player
Aaron Judge
Set
2017 Topps Fire
Year
2017
Card #
62
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT) or PSA 9 (Mint). The centering on the back appears slightly shifted toward the top-left. Card edges show minor white chipping consistent with thicker Topps Fire card stock.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Numbered Parallel, Flame Refractor
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Hot. Aaron Judge is the face of the New York Yankees and a perennial MVP candidate. Numbered rookies of Judge are highly liquid assets in the current market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$150.00 - $225.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $200-250, PSA 9: $350-450, PSA 10: $900-1,200 (based on scarcity of high-grade 10s)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of this specific /199 parallel have fluctuated between $180 and $250 recently. Gold /50 versions sell for $500+, while standard unnumbered base cards sell for $20-30. Recent PSA 9 sales of similar 2017 parallels hover around $400.
Description
This is a rare and highly sought-after 2017 Topps Fire Aaron Judge Rookie Card, specifically the 'Flame' parallel numbered 004/199. The card features a dynamic explosive design typical of the Fire set, with a focus on Judge's breakout 2016 debut. The back highlights his historic first MLB plate appearance homerun. Serial numbered in the top left corner.
Key Features
True Rookie Card status from Judge's historic 52-HR rookie year. Serial numbered to 199. Features the 'RC' rookie shield. Higher demand as a Target-exclusive retail brand that has gained massive hobby respect.
Authenticity Indicators
Clear high-quality printing, correct serial numbering font for 2017 Topps, holographic MLB logo application, and correct copyright 'CMP' code (CMP025377). Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Corners show very light whitening, which is common for this thick foil-printed set. Back centering is slightly off. Potential for surface scratches on the high-gloss front (not visible through top-loader in photo).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction with high starting bid or BIN with 'Best Offer'), MySlabs (if graded), or high-end Facebook Baseball Card Buy/Sell/Trade groups to avoid high fees.
Selling Tips
Due to the serial numbering and Judge's status, grading this with PSA is highly recommended if the surface is clean. A PSA 10 carry a massive premium. When listing, ensure '004/199' is in the title to attract player collectors and those seeking low serial numbers.