2023 Bowman Chrome Sights on September Elly De La Cruz #SOS-11
Elly De La Cruz · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · Insert, Prospect, Chrome
Player
Elly De La Cruz
Set
2023 Bowman Chrome Sights on September
Year
2023
Card #
#SOS-11
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right border (approx 60/40), and the photo is slightly blurry making a surface assessment difficult, but typical Bowman Chrome stock maintains high edge and corner integrity.
Category
Insert, Prospect, Chrome
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Strong. Elly De La Cruz is a high-volume trade player. While this is an insert and not his '1st Bowman' or 'Topps RC', his market remains highly active especially during the MLB season.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $55-75
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $2.50 to $7.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $50-$65 range. Prices fluctuate based on his nightly performance.
Description
This 2023 Bowman Chrome Sights on September insert features Cincinnati Reds superstar prospect Elly De La Cruz. The card features a vibrant chrome finish with a 'sunbeam' effect emanating from the Bowman logo. De La Cruz is captured mid-swing in his away Reds jersey, set against a clouds-and-sky background with a binocular-themed 'Sights on September' logo at the bottom right. The card has a high-gloss metallic sheen typical of the Chrome line.
Key Features
Features one of the most electric young players in baseball. Part of a popular prospect-focused insert set. Chrome technology makes it more desirable than paper inserts. Strong crossover appeal for both Reds collectors and prospect hunters.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Bowman 'B' logo font and sunburst pattern; accurate Cincinnati Reds jersey typography and color; standard 35pt Chrome stock thickness. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Visible right-side centering bias. The top edge shows very slight white chipping typical of Chrome cards if not handled carefully. Soft surface scratches (refractor lines) are common with this finish but not clearly visible in this photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this card due to high volume. COMC is also excellent for lower-value inserts like this to save on shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee often exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords 'Elly De La Cruz Rookie Prospect Insert' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a standard envelope (eBay Standard Envelope) to keep costs low for the buyer.