2019 Bowman Chrome Bo Takahashi 1st Bowman Prospect Autograph #CPA-BT
Bo Takahashi · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · Prospect, Autograph, 1st Bowman
Player
Bo Takahashi
Set
2019 Bowman Chrome Baseball Prospect Autographs
Year
2019
Card #
#CPA-BT
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners and edges look sharp through the top-loader, and the surface appears clean with a bold blue on-card signature.
Category
Prospect, Autograph, 1st Bowman
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Low. Takahashi is currently playing professionally in Japan (NPB) for the Saitama Seibu Lions, which limits domestic MLB hobby demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-75
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw 2019 Bowman Chrome Bo Takahashi base autographs have consistently fallen in the $5 to $12 range including shipping. There is very low volatility as he is no longer in the MLB system.
Description
This is a 2019 Bowman Chrome Bo Takahashi 1st Bowman on-card autograph. The card features Takahashi in his Arizona Diamondbacks uniform during his delivery. The signature is clean, inscribed in blue ink, and carries the 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' seal. As a '1st Bowman,' this is the most desirable prospect card for this player.
Key Features
Features the iconic '1st Bowman' logo which denotes the player's first appearance in a licensed MLB prospect set. On-card autograph (not a sticker) which is highly preferred by collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Security foil on the card front, high-resolution printing of the 'B' logo, and standard Bowman Chrome card stock thickness. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias on the front. Potential for light surface scratches or 'refractor lines' common in 2019 Chrome stock, though none are glaringly visible in the photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or specialized Diamondbacks fan groups on social media.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this card unless seeking it for a personal collection, as grading fees will likely exceed the card's market value. Use keywords like '1st Bowman' and 'On-Card Auto' in the listing title. Ship in a bubble mailer via USPS Ground Advantage to ensure tracking.