2021 Panini Diamond Kings Fernando Tatis Jr. Artist’s Proof Blue Autograph #117
Fernando Tatis Jr. · Panini (Diamond Kings Brand) · Sticker Autograph, Parallel (Artist's Proof Blue)
Player
Fernando Tatis Jr.
Set
2021 Panini Diamond Kings
Year
2021
Card #
117
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering looks decent, but the corners show slight white touches characteristic of Diamond Kings' thick, canvas-like card stock. The top-right corner appears slightly soft in the image.
Category
Sticker Autograph, Parallel (Artist's Proof Blue)
Manufacturer
Panini (Diamond Kings Brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Tatis Jr. cards have fluctuated due to injuries and suspension, but his high-ceiling performance keeps his market active. Sticker autos from non-licensed Panini sets (no team logos) have a steady but smaller market than Topps licensed equivalents.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $50-70, PSA 9: $90-120, PSA 10: $250-300
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 2021 Diamond Kings Tatis autos range from $45 to $70 depending on the specific parallel. PSA 9s have recently sold in the $100 range.
Description
Stunning 2021 Diamond Kings Fernando Tatis Jr. featuring the iconic Artist’s Proof Blue parallel. The card features a canvas-textured finish with a vibrant multi-colored paint-splatter background. Tatis is pictured in a classic batting stance, rendered in an artistic sketch style. A blue ink sticker autograph is applied to the bottom portion of the card.
Key Features
Features an autograph from one of MLB's most exciting stars. The Diamond Kings brand is known for its artistic aesthetic. This is the 'Artist's Proof Blue' parallel, which is rarer than the base version.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The holographic Panini sticker autograph has the correct reflective properties and the set’s distinct 'cracked ice' security pattern on the sticker surface. The card stock depth and texture match genuine 2021 Diamond Kings production.
Flaws to Note
Canvas card stock is notorious for 'chipping' on the edges and softening at the corners. There is visible white showing on the top right corner. Sticker autographs are generally less desirable than on-card autographs.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of Tatis collectors. Facebook hobby groups or COMC are secondary options.
Selling Tips
Highlight 'Artist's Proof Blue' in the title. Take high-resolution photos of the corners to manage buyer expectations regarding the canvas stock. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer (Ground Advantage).