Understanding Rarity in Topps F1 Finest 2024
If you're ripping packs of the brand-new Topps F1 Finest 2024 set and wondering what makes one base card rarer than another — you're not alone. Topps has added a clever new layer to the hobby this year with three distinct rarity levels for each base card: Common, Uncommon, and Rare . Let’s break down how it works, what to look for, and why it matters for collectors and breakers alike.
🎴 The Three Rarity Types
Every driver and team card in the F1 Finest 2024 base set comes in three unique background variations , each signifying a different level of rarity:
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Common
🔄 Background : Diagonal splash from one corner to the other.
📦 Pack Odds : ~36 per hobby box.
🔢 Card Numbering : Most abundant, with the widest range of numbered parallels.
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Uncommon
🔄 Background : Splash in the corners.
📦 Pack Odds : ~6 per hobby box.
🔢 Card Numbering : Less available parallels than common cards.
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Rare
🔄 Background : Central splash design.
📦 Pack Odds : ~2 per hobby box.
🔢 Card Numbering : The lowest print runs for parallels — real chase cards.
👉 The rarity is based solely on the background design and card number — the driver image stays the same across all types with slight emotive differences.
🌀 Parallel Types Across All Rarities
Each rarity level features the same types of parallels (refractors, numbered colors, autos, etc.) — but here’s the twist:
As you move from Common → Rare , the availability of those parallels shrinks , making Uncommon and Rare variants more valuable and desirable for collectors chasing rainbows or set completions.