2024 Panini Donruss Optic Chandler Simpson Orange Velocity Parallel #178
Chandler Simpson · Panini (Donruss Optic brand) · Prospect, Parallel, Chrome-style, Orange Velocity
Player
Chandler Simpson
Set
2024 Panini Donruss Optic Baseball Rated Prospects
Year
2024
Card #
#178
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy to the right. Corners and edges look sharp from the image, but the surface suggests potential for minor refractory 'print lines' typical of Optic.
Category
Prospect, Parallel, Chrome-style, Orange Velocity
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is tied heavily to Simpson's stolen base stats and advancement through the Rays' farm system. He is a 'buzzy' name for prospectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-90
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for 2024 Optic Orange Velocity prospects range from $2 to $10 depending on the player. Simpson specifically has seen raw sales consistently in the $4-7 range on eBay over the last 30 days.
Description
This 2024 Panini Donruss Optic card features Tampa Bay Rays prospect Chandler Simpson in a dynamic follow-through swing. The card is the 'Orange Velocity' parallel, characterized by its vibrant orange foil background and a geometric, prismatic 'shredded' light-refracting pattern. As part of the Rated Prospects subset, it utilizes the iconic Optic chrome finish with a clean white and navy border design.
Key Features
Chandler Simpson is a high-upside speed prospect (stole 90+ bases in 2023). The Orange Velocity is a popular, retail-exclusive parallel known for its visual appeal. This card falls under his early career prospect issues.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Optic' logo has clear, sharp printing. The specific 'Orange Velocity' pattern is difficult to replicate. Correct card stock thickness for Panini Optic (thicker than standard paper base).
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias on the front. Micro-scratches on the delicate chrome surface are common for this set and can lower a grade from a 10 to a 9 easily.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for high-traffic volume) or COMC (best for processing low-to-mid value prospect cards).
Selling Tips
Highlight 'Speed' and '94 Stolen Bases' in the listing title to attract Rays collectors. Given the current market value, grading is only recommended if the card looks absolutely flawless under magnification, as the cost of grading often exceeds the raw value for this specific parallel.