2021 Bowman Paper Ketel Marte #48
Ketel Marte · Topps / Bowman · Base Veteran
Player
Ketel Marte
Set
2021 Bowman Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
#48
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the left border. Corners and edges look sharp through the top loader, and the surface appears clean with no major scratches or print defects visible.
Category
Base Veteran
Manufacturer
Topps / Bowman
Demand Level
Moderate - Demand is primarily driven by Arizona Diamondbacks team collectors and Ketel Marte player collectors. As a base veteran card, it is not a high-velocity investment piece.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $12-18, PSA 10: $25-35
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card typically fall in the $0.50 to $1.50 range when including shipping. Graded copies of veteran base paper cards from this year rarely appear at auction as solo items.
Description
This 2021 Bowman Ketel Marte card features the Arizona Diamondbacks' star infielder/outfielder in a throwing motion. The card utilizes the classic 2021 Bowman border design with white outer edges and a secondary grey/silver frame. The Diamondbacks logo and position designation (2B) are located in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Features an All-Star and former NLCS MVP player; clean classic Bowman design; popular set for team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a standard base card that is not commonly counterfeited. The gloss, 'B' logo placement, and typography are consistent with authentic 2021 Bowman production.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias on the front border. Being in a top loader without a penny sleeve (visible in photo) can lead to surface scratches if the card shifts.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a 'team lot' or 'player lot' on eBay. It can also be listed on COMC or sold in bulk to local card shops as 'nickel/dime' box inventory.
Selling Tips
Grading is not recommended for this specific card as the cost of grading significantly exceeds its market value. Use 'Non-Machinable' PWE (Plain White Envelope) for shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. Ensure the card is placed in a penny sleeve before being put into the top loader to prevent surface damage.