2018 Bowman Platinum Joey Votto Foil Parallel #45
Joey Votto · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · Parallel (Foil/Refractor-like coating)
Player
Joey Votto
Set
2018 Bowman Platinum
Year
2018
Card #
#45
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering looks slightly heavy toward the left. Top-left corner shows very minor white wear. Common surface scratches for foil-stock cards are likely present.
Category
Parallel (Foil/Refractor-like coating)
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Votto has a very loyal fan base ('Votto-matics'), but base-level retail parallels from Bowman Platinum have high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2018 Bowman Platinum veteran parallels typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded copies of veteran base/parallels from this set rarely appear at auction due to low ROI.
Description
A stunning 2018 Bowman Platinum Joey Votto featuring the Cincinnati Reds legend in a fielding stance. This card features the signature Platinum foil finish that creates a rainbow refractor effect when hit by light. Votto is seen in his home white Reds uniform with the iconic #19.
Key Features
Future Hall of Fame candidate; popular Bowman Platinum 'Ice' style foil finish; crisp imagery and vibrant team colors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'BP' logo and typography match 2018 Topps production standards. Foil reaction is consistent with authentic Bowman Platinum stock. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias; minor corner softeness visible on the top edges; potential for light surface scuffing characteristic of this set's high-gloss finish.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or Sportlots. This is a great 'filler' card for a Reds team set builder.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will far exceed the market value. Use 'Joey Votto Reds Bowman Platinum Foil' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using the eBay Standard Envelope for $0.60 to keep the total price attractive to buyers.