2023 Leaf Metal Football Makai Lemon Pink Optichrome #ML-01
Makai Lemon · Leaf · Prospect, Parallel, NIL
Player
Makai Lemon
Set
2023 Leaf Metal Football Optichrome
Year
2023
Card #
ML-01
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; centering looks good, corners appear sharp through the top-loader, surface shows typical minor leaf chrome refractor lines.
Category
Prospect, Parallel, NIL
Manufacturer
Leaf
Demand Level
Moderate - Driven primarily by USC fans and college football prospect collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for raw Makai Lemon base/non-auto Leaf cards range from $2 to $10. Parallel versions like Pink or Purple typically carry a 1.5x - 2x premium over base.
Description
A beautiful 2023 Leaf Metal Optichrome card featuring USC standout Makai Lemon. The card features a vibrant pink refractor finish with a futuristic geometric grid background. Lemon is depicted in his college-style action pose.
Key Features
NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) era prospect card; high-end Leaf Optichrome technology; pink parallel variant; early career card for the USC wide receiver.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Leaf Optichrome finish; standard thickness card stock; high-definition player photo; correct Leaf Metal branding.
Flaws to Note
Light surface scratches common on chromium finishes; minor off-centering top-to-bottom; potential edge chipping (common with Leaf Metal).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this type of modern prospect card; secondary options include COMC or USC-themed Facebook collector groups.
Selling Tips
Wait for a big performance or touchdown highlight to list for maximum exposure; use 'USC Trojans' in the title; do not grade unless you are confident in a Gem Mint 10 due to high grading fees.