2008 Upper Deck Icons Lettermen Troy Tulowitzki Patch #L-TT /50
Troy Tulowitzki · Upper Deck · Letterman Patch / Manufactured Patch / Serial Numbered /50
Player
Troy Tulowitzki
Set
Upper Deck Icons - Lettermen Subset
Year
2008
Card #
#L-TT
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7 (Near Mint) to PSA 8 (NM-MT). The card exhibits visible white chipping on the bottom left corner and minor wear along the thick paper-stock edges typical of the 2008 Icons series.
Category
Letterman Patch / Manufactured Patch / Serial Numbered /50
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate. Tulowitzki remains a fan favorite for Rockies collectors and '00s era enthusiasts, though he is not currently at the 'superstar' demand level of Hall of Fame locks.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$25.00 - $45.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $35-50; PSA 8: $60-80; PSA 9: $120-150. Note: Thick cards are difficult to grade high and often have diminishing returns for mid-tier player values.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of Tulowitzki 2008/2009 mid-tier patches have ranged from $20 to $55 depending on the letter (scarcity of the specific letter in the nameplate) and serial numbering. Similar /50 Letterman cards from this set for comparable stars (e.g., Hanley Ramirez, Jimmy Rollins) sell in the $30 range.
Description
Featured is a stunning 2008 Upper Deck Icons Lettermen card of Colorado Rockies star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki. The card features a large, multi-layered black and white fabric letter 'R' patch (part of the player's nameplate). The card is serial-numbered 29/50 in silver foil directly on the player image. The design incorporates a sepia-toned aesthetic with a matte finish and silver foil accents.
Key Features
Serial numbered to only 50 copies; large jumbo letter patch; represents a prime era of a 5-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner; iconic 2000s Upper Deck design.
Authenticity Indicators
Upper Deck Icons logo holographic effects, crisp silver foil serial numbering (29/50), thick jersey-card stock, and correct font for the Colorado Rockies branding. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Obvious corner wear/whitening on the bottom left corner; potential edge chipping along the right border; typical surface micro-scratching on the foil lettering; centering appears slightly shifted toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of team-set and player-specific collectors. Facebook Rockies fan groups are a secondary option for a quick sale.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the visible corner wear will likely prevent it from hitting a Gem Mint 10, which is where the real value increase lies for this set. Sell raw and use 'Rockies Shortstop' and 'Patch /50' in the title. Use a thick 100pt or 130pt top loader for shipping to prevent further edge damage.