2001 Fleer Tradition Xavier Nady Prospect #445
Xavier Nady · Fleer · Rookie Card (RC), Prospect
Player
Xavier Nady
Set
2001 Fleer Tradition
Year
2001
Card #
#445
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Centering appears slightly heavy towards the right border; the image provided is blurry, but edges show possible whitened wear.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Prospect
Manufacturer
Fleer
Demand Level
Low. Xavier Nady was a solid Major League contributor, but he does not have a high-demand HOF or superstar following. Demand is limited to Padres team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-80 (Value rarely exceeds grading costs for this specific player).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card typically range from $0.99 to $2.50 including shipping. Graded copies are rarely seen at auction as the ROI is low.
Description
2001 Fleer Tradition Xavier Nady Prospect card featuring a dual-image design. The background shows Nady in a fielding crouch at third base, while a large, detailed profile portrait of him wearing a San Diego Padres cap dominates the foreground. The left side features a vertical banner with the Padres logo, player name, and 'Prospect' designation. The Fleer Tradition logo is located in the top right corner.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card year for Xavier Nady; Iconic 2001 Fleer Tradition design inspired by vintage sets; Features Nady in his early San Diego Padres prospect era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock, matte finish characteristic of the Tradition set, and the specific Fleer logo and Padres branding match authentic 2001 production. This card is not currently a target for professional counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Image blur prevents detailed surface analysis, but there is visible top-edge whitening. The centering is slightly off-center left-to-right. Surface scratches are common for this card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE listing), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or in a San Diego area local card shop 'dollar bin'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will likely exceed the market value. Sell as a 'Raw' card. When listing, use the 'Standard Envelope' shipping option on eBay to keep shipping cheap. Use keywords like 'Padres Prospect' and 'RC'.