2024 Panini Donruss Optic Eli Willits Rated Prospect #RP-23
Eli Willits · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Rated Prospect, Base chrome-style
Player
Eli Willits
Set
2024 Panini Donruss Optic Baseball
Year
2024
Card #
#RP-23
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have clean edges and corners from the photo, though centering on these Optic cards is often slightly bottom-heavy. Surface is difficult to judge through photo but looks clean.
Category
Rated Prospect, Base chrome-style
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche. Demand for Willits is currently driven by prospect collectors and fans of amateur/USA baseball. Market interest will spike significantly when he is officially drafted into MLB.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies of base 2024 Optic Rated Prospects trade between $0.99 and $2.50. Parallels (Holos/Prizms) of the same player sell for $5-$12.
Description
This 2024 Donruss Optic card features top high school prospect Eli Willits as a 'Rated Prospect.' The card features the signature Optic chrome finish with a White border and Team USA-style red and blue accents. Willits is captured in a batting stance wearing a red jersey. The reverse (not pictured) would contain prospect highlights and career stats.
Key Features
Includes the iconic 'Rated Prospect' logo. Features Eli Willits, a highly touted shortstop recruit committed to Oklahoma and a potential high MLB draft pick. Part of the popular Optic chrome technology set.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Optic/Donruss logo fonts, high-gloss chrome finish, and crisp printing of the 'Rated Prospect' logo. Confidence is High as this is a modern base-level prospect card not currently targeted by high-end counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias is common in this set. Chrome surfaces are prone to 'print lines' or small dimples that can only be seen under a jeweler's loupe. Hand-holding a card without a sleeve, as seen in the photo, risks finger oils and surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or COMC (Check Out My Cards). Small-value prospect cards do well in bulk listings or 'pick-your-team' lots on Facebook collector groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as grading fees currently exceed the raw value. Keywords: Eli Willits, 2024 Optic, Rated Prospect, USA Baseball, Shortstop. Always store in a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent surface damage seen in the photo.