2022 Bowman Chrome Elly De La Cruz Refractor #BCP-50
Elly De La Cruz · Topps (under Bowman brand) · Prospect, Refractor Parallel
Player
Elly De La Cruz
Set
2022 Bowman Chrome Prospects
Year
2022
Card #
#BCP-50
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Corners and edges look sharp through the penny sleeve, but the surface cannot be fully assessed for micro-scratches without removing it from the plastic.
Category
Prospect, Refractor Parallel
Manufacturer
Topps (under Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Hot. De La Cruz is one of the most watched players in baseball. His market fluctuates with every home run or stolen base, but generally maintains high volume on secondary markets.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$45.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $35-45, PSA 9: $60-80, PSA 10: $175-225
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay auctions show raw copies selling consistently between $50 and $60. PSA 10 copies have seen a slight decline from their $300 peak but remain strong around $200. PSA 9s usually trade at a small premium over raw prices.
Description
Featured here is the 2022 Bowman Chrome prospect card of Cincinnati Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz. This is the highly desirable 'Refractor' parallel, distinguished by its rainbow holographic shine across the chrome surface. The card features De La Cruz in his Reds home red jersey, capturing his elite athleticism on the basepaths. This is one of the most essential cards for any modern baseball collector.
Key Features
First Bowman year chrome cards are the gold standard for prospect collecting. This is the Refractor parallel, which is much rarer than the standard base chrome version. Elly De La Cruz is a high-demand Tier 1 player with massive MLB 'exit velocity' and 'sprint speed' hype driving prices.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Bowman Chrome' logo has the correct reflective depth. The card stock thickness is consistent with 2022 Topps chrome products. The 'Refractor' text is typically found on the back of the card near the number to confirm the parallel type.
Flaws to Note
Vertical centering shows a slight shift toward the right edge (approx 60/40). Chrome cards are notorious for surface dimples or light scratches from the factory; look for these under a direct light source before grading.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of active buyers. For a card of this value, 'eBay Standard Envelope' shipping for items under $20 doesn't apply, so use a bubble mailer with tracking.
Selling Tips
Do not sell as 'Raw' if you believe it can hit a PSA 10, as the price jump is significant. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe fingerprints off the chrome surface before photographing. Use the keywords '1st Bowman', 'Refractor', and 'Reds' in the title.