2023 Donruss Optic Seong-Jun Kim Rated Prospect #13
Seong-Jun Kim · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Prospect, Base, Chrome-Style
Player
Seong-Jun Kim
Set
2023 Donruss Optic Baseball
Year
2023
Card #
13
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks excellent (approx. 50/50). The edges and corners appear sharp through the top-loader. Typical for Optic, some light surface micro-scratches might be present under intense light, but this specimen looks clean.
Category
Prospect, Base, Chrome-Style
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Currently, market demand for non-autographed base prospect cards of international signees who haven't reached the MLB is limited mainly to team collectors (Texas Rangers) and player-specific collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card have ranged between $0.99 and $2.50. Graded copies are virtually non-existent in the market currently because the low value prevents most collectors from submitting them to PSA/BGS.
Description
Featured here is a 2023 Donruss Optic 'Rated Prospect' card of Texas Rangers pitching prospect Seong-Jun Kim. This card features Optic's signature chromium finish with the iconic Rated Prospect logo in the bottom right corner. Kim is pictured in his white uniform and black cap, jogging on the field. The card maintains the classic Donruss design with a modern Optic twist, featuring a clean white border and burgundy/blue accents.
Key Features
Features the popular 'Rated Prospect' branding. Seong-Jun Kim is a notable international signing for the Texas Rangers. This card uses the premium Optic chrome-style cardstock which is highly durable and visually appealing.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card displays the correct Panini Optic font, holographic branding on the back (not shown, but implied by card stock), and high-quality photo resolution. These modern base cards are rarely counterfeited as the cost of production exceeds the market value.
Flaws to Note
The centering appears strong, but potential flaws include tiny surface dimples or scratches common to chrome cards. If the card was not placed in a penny sleeve before the top-loader, surface scratching may occur. Top-left corner may have a minute touch of white, but it's likely just a light reflection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as part of a 'PWE' - Plain White Envelope listing) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). It could also be sold as part of a Texas Rangers team lot to increase attractiveness to buyers.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card at current market prices; the cost of grading ($19-$25) significantly exceeds the raw value. List it as 'Texas Rangers Prospect' to capture team fans. If shipping on eBay, use the 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $0.60 to keep costs low for the buyer. Ensure the card is in a penny sleeve inside that top-loader to prevent surface damage.