2021 Donruss Optic Sammy Sosa Red White and Blue Prizm/Parallel #35
Sammy Sosa · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Parallel (Red White and Blue Prizm)
Player
Sammy Sosa
Set
2021 Donruss Optic Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
35
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears excellent. Optic cards are prone to surface scratches, but this example looks clean through the sleeve with sharp corners and no visible edge chipping.
Category
Parallel (Red White and Blue Prizm)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Moderate. Sammy Sosa remains a popular retired star for Cubs collectors, but as a non-licensed Panini product (lacking MLB logos), demand is lower than Topps counterparts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value for this specific card)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 2021 Optic base/parallels range from $1 to $5. Specifically, Red White and Blue parallels of similar retired stars have recently moved for $3.50 plus shipping.
Description
2021 Donruss Optic Sammy Sosa featuring the iconic slugger in his Chicago pinstripes. This card is the 'Red White and Blue' Prizm parallel, showcasing a stunning multi-color holographic refractor finish that transitions through patriotic hues when held to the light. The card features a clean, modern design with the classic Donruss 'D' logo.
Key Features
Features home run legend Sammy Sosa; Optic Prizm opti-chrome technology; attractive Red/White/Blue parallel; high-gloss 'Holochrome' finish.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Opti-chrome' stock thickness is correct; the holographic refraction shows the proper light-play spectrum; the 'D' logo and typography are sharp and consistent with 2021 Panini production standards.
Flaws to Note
Minor surface dimples (common in Optic/Prizm products); light vertical print lines often found in Panini chrome products; possible light corner wear on the reverse top-left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card as a 'Buy It Now' listing. It would also perform well in a Cubs-themed lot or on COMC (Check Out My Cards).
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are confident it will score a PSA 10, as the grading fee will likely outweigh the market value of a PSA 9. List with keywords like 'Refractor', 'Prizm', and 'Cubs' to increase visibility. Ship in a bubble mailer for protection or use eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.