Paul Skenes
Topps Baseball (Sports Trading Card) • 2024 Topps Series 2
Card Type
1989 Topps Baseball 35th Anniversary
Set & Number
2024 Topps Series 2 - 98BT-1
Rarity
Gold Foil Parallel
Edition & Language
Insert Parallel • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
$60.00 - $120.00 (Raw); $250.00+ (PSA 10)
Recent Sales
Raw copies of the Paul Skenes 1989 design parallels have been volatile due to his debut hype, ranging from $50 up to $150 depending on the specific foil board type.
Condition Details
The card exhibits decent centering, though slightly biased toward the top edge. Surface shows clear rainbow holo-foil reflection. Corners appear sharp through the top-loader/one-touch case. No visible surface scratches or print lines detected in current lighting.
Grading Recommendation
High - As one of the most anticipated rookie pitchers and a key chase card in 2024 Series 2, a PSA 10 grade would significantly increase liquidity and value. Worth grading if the surface is free of micro-scratches common on foil stock.
Card Description
Features Paul Skenes in a pitching motion for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Includes the 'Topps All-Star Rookie' cup logo and the 'P' Pirates team logo. The design is a modern throwback to the 1989 Topps set layout.
Notable Features
Includes the iconic 'Rookie Cup' trophy logo at the bottom left. Features a full-card rainbow gold foil finish distinct from the standard paper insert.
Authentication Notes
Card features correct Topps 2024 branding, appropriate typography for the '89 throwback design, and authentic foil stock refractive properties. No signs of counterfeiting noted.
Scanned: 2026-07-14T17:57:01.555383