2017 Bowman Chrome Mark Zagunis Purple Refractor Autograph #BCP37
Mark Zagunis · Topps (Bowman) · Prospect Autograph, Parallel, Purple Refractor, Serial Numbered
Player
Mark Zagunis
Set
2017 Bowman Chrome Prospect Autographs
Year
2017
Card #
#BCP37
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and top. Corners and edges look sharp from the photo, but surface scratches are common on 2017 Chrome stock.
Category
Prospect Autograph, Parallel, Purple Refractor, Serial Numbered
Manufacturer
Topps (Bowman)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Zagunis is no longer a top prospect and is currently out of Major League Baseball, limiting demand to Chicago Cubs completionists or Zagunis super-collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80
Comparable Sales
Recent 2017 Bowman Chrome Purple Autographs for similar-tier prospects have sold between $12 and $18. High-end stars in this set sell for hundreds, but common 'cup of coffee' players like Zagunis remain stable at the lower price floor.
Description
Exquisite 2017 Bowman Chrome Mark Zagunis Purple Refractor Autograph. This card features a crisp on-card blue ink signature and the signature purple refractor border limited to just 250 copies. Zagunis is depicted in his Chicago Cubs home threads in a powerful follow-through swing position. The chrome finish provides a brilliant rainbow shimmer under light.
Key Features
On-card 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue', Purple Refractor parallel numbered to 250, 1st Bowman-era prospect card, high-quality Chrome technology.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct 'Bowman Chrome' logo placement, authentic blue ink bleeding patterns consistent with on-card felt-tip pens, and the 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' fine print. The card stock thickness is consistent with 2017 Chrome production.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering shift toward the top-left corner. Slight white touch possible on the bottom right corner. Chrome surfaces are prone to 'refractor lines' or faint surface dimples which are not clearly visible but often present upon magnification.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now with Best Offer), COMC for long-term consignment, or Chicago-area Facebook sports card buy/sell/trade groups.
Selling Tips
Due to low player demand, grading this card is not recommended as the cost of grading will likely exceed the value added. List as 'Cubs Autograph' to attract team collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping, sent via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.