2016 Bowman Chrome Taylor Trammell 1st Bowman Prospect Autograph #BCA-TT
Taylor Trammell · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · 1st Bowman Chrome, Prospect, On-Card Autograph
Player
Taylor Trammell
Set
2016 Bowman Chrome Baseball - Prospect Autographs
Year
2016
Card #
#BCA-TT
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40). Surface shows minor light horizontal scratching across the player's legs, likely from storage friction. Corners and edges appear sharp with no visible whitening.
Category
1st Bowman Chrome, Prospect, On-Card Autograph
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. Trammell was a high-profile prospect but has struggled to maintain a consistent MLB roster spot, currently playing in the minor leagues/utility role. Demand is mostly driven by '1st Bowman' completionists and Reds/Mariners fans.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $30-45, PSA 10: $90-120
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $12 to $18. PSA 9 examples have recently settled between $35 and $40. The market for Trammell has softened significantly since his 2021 debut peak.
Description
This is the highly sought-after 1st Bowman Chrome Autograph of Taylor Trammell, featuring the outfielder in his Cincinnati Reds uniform. The card features a clean on-card signature in blue ink. The chrome finish provides a premium metallic sheen, complemented by the iconic Blue 'B' Bowman Chrome logo and the '1st Bowman' designation, which marks the player's first official licensed card.
Key Features
1st Bowman Chrome designation; On-card autograph (not a sticker); Key prospect card for a former Top-100 MLB prospect; Chrome technology.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. Features correct refractor-style etching, crisp blue ink with natural stroke variation, proper Topps/Bowman 2016 copyright on reverse, and the standard card stock thickness for 2016 Chrome. Not a common target for high-end counterfeiting due to current market value.
Flaws to Note
Minor surface scratching visible on the lower half of the card; Centering is slightly biased toward the right border; Small print line possible near the top left corner (typical for 2016 Bowman stock).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now with Best Offer), COMC for long-term consignment, or Facebook Baseball Card groups (such as 'Bowman Chrome Buy/Sell/Trade').
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card currently, as the grading fee ($19-$25) plus shipping will likely exceed the profit margin unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10. Use high-resolution scans to show the surface quality. List as '1st Bowman Chrome Auto' to maximize search hits.