2024 Bowman Modern Prospects Elly De La Cruz #MP-14
Elly De La Cruz · Topps / Bowman · Insert
Player
Elly De La Cruz
Set
2024 Bowman Baseball Modern Prospects Subset
Year
2024
Card #
#MP-14
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering appears 55/45, corners are sharp through the penny sleeve, surface shows typical chrome-style refractor gloss with no visible scratches.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps / Bowman
Demand Level
Strong; Elly De La Cruz is a high-volume 'chase' player for collectors. Even base inserts see high turnover on secondary markets due to his viral highlights and speed.
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 eBay sales for raw copies range from $2.50 to $7.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently cleared the $60 mark, while PSA 9s often struggle to cover the cost of grading plus the card value.
Description
This 2024 Bowman Elly De La Cruz insert features the 'Modern Prospects' design, paying homage to the classic 1991 Bowman style. The card depicts the Cincinnati Reds superstar in his red home jersey with his signature red headband. The background features a clean silver refractor finish that catches the light beautifully. The text 'The Elly Show' is featured on the right side of the card profile.
Key Features
Features one of the most exciting young talents in MLB; popular 'throwback' design style; high-gloss refractor-like finish; official Bowman insert from the primary 2024 release.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock depth, gloss type, and typography match 2024 Bowman factory standards. This specific insert is not currently a high-value target for sophisticated counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Possible minor top-to-bottom centering bias. Subject to surface dimples common in modern chrome-finish stocks. No major edge chipping or corner dings are visible in the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for high-traffic inserts), COMC (good for lower-value cards that take time to sell), or local card shows in the Ohio/Cincinnati area.
Selling Tips
As a low-to-mid value insert, grading may not be cost-effective unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate. For raw sales, use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping with a non-machinable stamp to keep costs low for the buyer. List during a Reds game night or after a stolen base/home run highlight for maximum visibility.