2021 Donruss Optic Ozzie Smith #114
Ozzie Smith · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Base (Optichrome)
Player
Ozzie Smith
Set
2021 Donruss Optic Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
#114
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate: Centering appears 55/45 left-to-right, corners and edges look sharp through the sleeve, surface appears free of major scratches or refractor lines.
Category
Base (Optichrome)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Moderate: Higher demand among St. Louis Cardinals fans and Hall of Fame player collectors, but lowered by the card's status as a non-licensed (no MLB logos) base card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 9: $15 - $25, PSA 10: $45 - $60, PSA 8: $5 - $10
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded Gem Mint 10 copies occasionally reach $40-50, but volume is low.
Description
A stunning 2021 Donruss Optic featuring the legendary 'The Wizard' Ozzie Smith in his St. Louis Cardinals road uniform. The card features the signature Optichrome finish with a sleek modern design, featuring burgundy and navy accents that complement the Cardinals team colors. Smith is captured in an iconic batting stance.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, highly collectible Optichrome technology, clean modern design by Panini.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 'Optic' logo placement, proper card stock thickness for Panini products, and high-resolution print quality with correct color saturation. Not a common target for counterfeiting due to low base value.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias toward the bottom; common minor surface dimples inherent to Optic stock (though none clearly visible in photo).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low-cost PWE shipping), Comc.com for bulk selling, or local card shop trade-in bins.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended for this specific base version as the cost of grading exceeds the card's market value. Best sold in a 'legend' lot or via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.00 shipping) to keep costs low for buyers.