2016 Leaf Trinity Clear Fernando Tatis Jr. Purple Autograph #BA-FT1
Fernando Tatis Jr. · Leaf · Autograph, Prospect, Parallel, Acetate
Player
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Set
2016 Leaf Trinity Baseball Clear Subset
Year
2016
Card #
BA-FT1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right; surface on clear acetate is prone to micro-scratching. Corners look sharp, but edges on acetate often show factory burrs.
Category
Autograph, Prospect, Parallel, Acetate
Manufacturer
Leaf
Demand Level
Strong. While Leaf is an unlicensed brand (no MLB logos), Tatis Jr. autographs are highly liquid and always in demand due to his high-ceiling performance and massive fan following.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$150.00 - $225.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $175-225; PSA 9: $300-400; PSA 10: $750-900+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2016 Leaf Trinity Tatis autos range from $130 (Base) to $250 (Numbered parallels). Graded PSA 9s frequently settle in the $350 range, while PSA 10s of early Leaf Tatis autos have historical peaks over $1,000 depending on the specific parallel rarity.
Description
A stunning 2016 Leaf Trinity Clear autograph featuring San Diego Padres superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. from his early prospect days. This card is printed on premium transparent acetate (Clear) with a striking Purple border parallel. It features a bold, blue on-card autograph that is clean and well-placed. The design shows a young Tatis Jr. in a running motion, capturing his dynamic athleticism before his MLB debut.
Key Features
Early prospect-year on-card autograph of one of MLB's most electric talents. The 'Clear' acetate technology and Purple parallel make this a visually distinct and rarer variant compared to the base version.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Leaf on-card autograph with consistent 'Tatis' flourish. Clear acetate stock thickness and opacity of the purple ink printing are consistent with genuine Leaf Trinity production. Leaf does not use a sticker here, signature is directly on the plastic.
Flaws to Note
Acetate cards are notorious for surface scratches and finger prints which can lower surface grades. Centering appears slightly off-center towards the left. Potential for minor edge chipping common to the die-cut nature of thick acetate stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for maximum exposure. COMC is a good secondary option for long-term listing, while high-end Facebook groups (Modern Baseball Cards) can save on seller fees.
Selling Tips
Wipe the surface carefully with a microfiber cloth before photographing to remove fingerprints. Use a high-quality scanner or a shadow-free photo to showcase the transparency. Mention 'On-Card Auto' in the title. Consider grading only if the surface is flawless, as PSA 10s carry high premiums for acetate.