2023-24 ONIT NC State Baseball Ryder Garino Purple Galaxy Parallel 76/99
Ryder Garino · ONIT Athlete · Parallel, Serial Numbered, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness)
Player
Ryder Garino
Set
2023-24 ONIT NC State Baseball NIL
Year
2023
Card #
N/A (Serial Number 76/99)
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7-8 (NM-MT). Visible edge chipping on top border and soft corners likely from being handled raw.
Category
Parallel, Serial Numbered, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness)
Manufacturer
ONIT Athlete
Demand Level
Niche/Low. Demand is primarily driven by NC State alumni and die-hard college baseball prospectors. Garino is a pitcher for the Wolfpack; market moves based on collegiate performance.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $40-60, PSA 10: $100+ (Low pop, but low demand for non-licensed college cards).
Comparable Sales
Other ONIT /99 parallels for mid-tier college pitchers typically sell for $5-$12. High-profile teammates or stars like Tommy White (formerly) or Jacob Cozart sell for significantly more.
Description
This is a 2023 ONIT Athlete NIL card featuring Ryder Garino of NC State. The card features a vibrant 'Purple Galaxy' foil parallel design with a hexagonal portrait frame and stylized cosmic background. It is serial numbered 76/99 in the top right corner and features the ONIT brand logo and the NC State Wolfpack mascot emblem.
Key Features
Direct NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) licensing; Serial numbered /99; Popular college program (NC State); Specific 'Galaxy' or 'Cosmos' style parallel finish.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The serial numbering stamp is consistent with ONIT's digital print-on-demand style; card stock and holographic foil depth appear genuine. These are niche cards and not currently subject to counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the top edge; visible wear on the bottom right corner; minor surface smudging. The dark borders of this set make edge wear very prominent.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card using a 'Buy It Now' format with 'Best Offer' enabled. Local NC State fan groups on Facebook may also show interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the edge wear will likely cap the grade at an 8, which does not recoup grading costs. List as 'NIL College Card' and mention the Wolfpack to capture team collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader immediately.