2005 Panini Pastime Larry Walker Dots Parallel #6
Larry Walker · Panini · Parallel / Insert / Rare Base
Player
Larry Walker
Set
2005 Panini Pastime
Year
2005
Card #
#6
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card is housed in a factory-sealed Panini 'P' one-touch magnetic holder. Centering appears excellent (50/50). Edges and corners are protected by the case, though light surface scuffing on the plastic case should not be confused with card defects.
Category
Parallel / Insert / Rare Base
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Moderate. Larry Walker has a dedicated following of player collectors and Rockies/Cardinals team collectors. Demand for Panini's early MLB-licensed-style products (produced before they lost the license) remains steady among HOF enthusiasts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-40, PSA 9: $60-90, PSA 10: $150-250
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales of standard 2005 Panini Pastime base cards are $2-5. Dots parallels of similar Hall of Famers (like Ozzie Smith or Ryne Sandberg) have sold between $25 and $50 in their factory-sealed cases. A PSA 10 of a player like Walker in this specific parallel is rare and can reach the $200 mark.
Description
A stunning 2005 Panini Pastime Larry Walker featuring the rare 'Dots' holographic pattern. This card depicts the Hall of Famer in his St. Louis Cardinals uniform, following through on a swing. The background features a sophisticated grayscale gradient accented by vibrant, multi-colored light-refracting dots. The card is still encased in its original Panini factory-sealed holder with the red 'P' security sticker intact, ensuring its 'Uncirculated' status.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player (inducted 2020). Rare 'Dots' uncirculated parallel. Features Walker during his late-career stint with the Cardinals. Factory-sealed provenance adds a premium for 'uncirculated' collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The proprietary red 'P' Panini seal is intact over the top of the one-touch case. The holographic dot pattern is consistent with authentic 2005 Panini foil technology. This is not a frequently counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
The original Panini case shows some light surface scratching. Some cards from this set suffer from 'bricking' or surface sticking if humidity is high, though it appears pristine. Centering is sharp, which is the primary hurdle for this specific set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of Larry Walker player collectors who use saved searches. COMC is a secondary option for long-term consignment.
Selling Tips
Do not break the factory seal. Collectors pay a premium for the card remaining in the original Panini holder. Mention 'Uncirculated' and 'Factory Sealed' in the listing title. Use a high-resolution scan to show the holographic 'Dots' pattern effectively.