2021 Panini Donruss Optic Deion Sanders Orange Velocity Prizm #117
Deion Sanders · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Parallel (Orange Velocity Prizm / Optichrome)
Player
Deion Sanders
Set
2021 Panini Donruss Optic Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
#117
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate - Centering is slightly heavy to the top; corners and edges appear sharp through the top loader; surface shows no visible scratching.
Category
Parallel (Orange Velocity Prizm / Optichrome)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Moderate - Deion Sanders maintains a strong 'crossover' collector base between NFL and MLB fans. Demand for his Reds-era cards is stable but lower than his Braves or Yankees cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-25; PSA 9: $35-45; PSA 10: $85-110
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2021 Orange Velocity veterans range from $3 to $10. Hall of Fame players like Sanders typically command a premium. High-grade PSA 10 versions of similar 2021 Optic parallels have recently sold in the $75-$100 range.
Description
This is a 2021 Panini Donruss Optic Deion Sanders Orange Velocity Prizm card featuring 'Prime Time' in his Cincinnati Reds uniform. The card utilizes Panini's signature Optichrome technology with a vibrant orange border and a 'velocity' light-refraction pattern that creates a sunburst/shattered glass effect when tilted. Sanders is depicted in a classic batting stance. The reverse features career statistics and player highlights.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame multi-sport legend Deion Sanders; Orange Velocity parallel is a popular retail-exclusive 'short print' style pattern; Optic is a premier brand for modern collectors; High eye appeal due to the color coordination with the Cincinnati Reds uniform highlights.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card features the specific holographic 'Optic' logo and authentic light refraction patterns unique to Panini’s chromium stock. These modern parallels are rarely counterfeited due to the complexity of the refractive technology.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias (the bottom border appears slightly thicker than the top); potentially minor surface dimples common in Panini Optichrome products; light edge whitening may exist on the rear (not visible in photo).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for long-term consignment, or Sportscard Investor's 'Market Movers' app. Facebook groups dedicated to Cincinnati Reds or Deion Sanders collectors would also be effective.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are confident in a PSA 10, as the grading fee may exceed the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords like 'Prime Time', 'Short Print', and 'Parallel' in the title. Ship in a bubble mailer (Ground Advantage) rather than a plain white envelope to protect the Optichrome surface.