2023 Bowman Chrome Gunnar Henderson Black RayWave Refractor RC #100
Gunnar Henderson · Topps · Rookie Card, Parallel, Refractor
Player
Gunnar Henderson
Set
2023 Bowman Chrome
Year
2023
Card #
#100
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. The centering appears slightly heavy on the right side. Surface shows some dust and micro-scratches on the top loader, but the card edges look clean through the plastic. Modern black borders are notoriously difficult to grade due to edge chipping visibility.
Category
Rookie Card, Parallel, Refractor
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Henderson is a cornerstone player for the Orioles and a hobby favorite. Demand fluctuates with his seasonal performance but remains high for unique parallels.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-25, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for the Black RayWave parallel range from $18 to $35 depending on market timing. PSA 10 copies have recently commanded between $120 and $160 during peak season.
Description
This 2023 Bowman Chrome Gunnar Henderson Rookie Card features the stunning Black RayWave Refractor parallel. The design showcases the Baltimore Orioles star in a batting stance against a deep black background with a unique shimmering ray light effect. Includes the official 'RC' shield in the upper right.
Key Features
Genuine Rookie Card of 2023 AL Rookie of the Year; Black RayWave Refractor parallel which is a retail-exclusive vertical shimmer design; High-demand young shortstop/third baseman.
Authenticity Indicators
Chrome stock thickness is correct; distinct rainbow 'shimmer' characteristic of RayWave technology; clear Bowman and RC logos. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Black borders are prone to white chipping on corners and edges. Centering looks approximately 60/40 favoring the right. Micro-scratches on the surface are common for Bowman Chrome and can significantly drop a grade to PSA 8 or lower.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for liquidating modern parallels like this due to the high volume of player-specific collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for long-term consignment.
Selling Tips
Use high-resolution photos without the top loader to show the surface quality. Highlight 'RC', 'RayWave', and '2023 AL ROY' in the title. Ship in a fresh penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer (ground advantage) for protection.