Hobby Glossary

Common terms, quick definitions

Cut through the jargon so you can focus on collecting.

RC (Rookie Card)

First base card of a player in a licensed product.

Parallel

Base design with a different color/finish; often serial‑numbered.

Refractor

Chrome‑style parallel with rainbow sheen (names vary by brand).

SP / SSP

Short Print / Super Short Print; produced in smaller quantities.

Comps

Comparable sales (e.g., eBay sold) used to gauge value.

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