2018 Bowman's Best Taylor Trammell Autograph #B18-TT
Taylor Trammell · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · Prospect Autograph, Chrome, Refractor
Player
Taylor Trammell
Set
2018 Bowman's Best
Year
2018
Card #
#B18-TT
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy to the left side (roughly 60/40). Corners and edges appear sharp from the image provided, though the bottom left corner shows a minor speck of white. Surface looks clean without major print lines typical of Chrome stock.
Category
Prospect Autograph, Chrome, Refractor
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Trammell's market has cooled significantly since his prospect peak as he has struggled to maintain a consistent MLB roster spot, moving from the Reds to the Padres to the Mariners and recently through the Dodgers/Yankees systems.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-70
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific 2018 Bowman's Best autograph have fluctuated between $5 and $10 plus shipping. Graded PSA 10 copies have historically struggled to cross the $50 mark in the current market.
Description
This is a 2018 Bowman's Best Taylor Trammell certified autograph card featuring the former top prospect in his Cincinnati Reds uniform. The card boasts a high-gloss chrome finish with the signature clean and bold in blue ink on the surface. The design features aggressive red and white geometric patterns characteristic of the 2018 Bowman's Best aesthetic.
Key Features
Features a 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' stamp and an on-card blue ink signature. Trammell was a highly touted prospect and former first-round pick, making his early Reds-era autographs a staple for team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' text is crisp, the micro-printing in the Bowman's Best logo is accurate, and the Blue ink shows appropriate 'bubbling' and flow characteristic of a real felt-tip pen on chrome stock.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center left-to-right. Potential minor white touch on the bottom-left corner. Surface chrome cards are prone to faint hairline scratches, though none are immediately visible in this photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach player and team collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for a 'set and forget' sale due to the low price point.
Selling Tips
Avoid professional grading (PSA/BGS) as the cost of grading currently exceeds the market value of the card. Use keywords like 'Reds Prospect', 'On-Card Auto', and 'Bowman Chrome'. Ships best in a penny sleeve, top loader, and a bubble mailer with tracking for protection.