2021 Panini Mosaic J.D. Martinez Silver Prizm #249
J.D. Martinez · Panini · Base Prizm / Silver Parallel
Player
J.D. Martinez
Set
2021 Panini Mosaic Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
#249
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (60/40), corners and edges appear sharp through the top loader, and the surface shows typical Mosaic luster with no immediate major scratches visible.
Category
Base Prizm / Silver Parallel
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand is primarily driven by Red Sox team collectors or J.D. Martinez player collectors. Market interest for non-rookie base parallels is generally stable but lacks high-growth potential.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-22, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs currently exceed the market value for this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2021 Mosaic Silver veteran parallels average $0.99 to $2.50. Graded copies of similar veteran non-stars often sell for roughly the cost of the grading fee ($15-$25).
Description
This 2021 Panini Mosaic J.D. Martinez features the Boston Red Sox slugger in his iconic batting stance. The card utilizes Panini's signature opti-chrome technology with a 'Silver' Prizm finish that creates a rainbow reflective effect when hit by light. The background features geometric patterns and the 'Mosaic' logo in the upper right.
Key Features
Silver Prizm parallel, 3-time Silver Slugger winner, veteran star player, high-gloss opti-chrome finish, Red Sox team interest.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Features correct Panini Mosaic branding, etched foil surface, authentic card stock thickness, and sharp 'J.D. MARTINEZ' typography. This is a low-counterfeit risk card.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias on the front. Fine surface scratches are common in the Mosaic set and may be present but hidden by the sleeve. Minimal edge silvering is possible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/standard envelope listing), COMC, or as part of a Red Sox team lot on Facebook Marketplace/Twitter. Best for 'Buy It Now' rather than auction.
Selling Tips
Use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs under $1.00. Use keywords like 'Silver Prizm', 'Red Sox', and 'Optic Chrome'. This card is not recommended for grading unless for a personal collection PC, as the grading fee will likely be higher than the card's final value.