Max Klare
Tight End · Purdue Boilermakers
Leaf Metal (Optichrome technology) #Not visible
Year & Era
2023-2024 — Current/Chrome Era
Card Type
Pink Optichrome Parallel
Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint (8.0-9.0)
Rarity
Low to moderate; while unnumbered, pink parallels in Leaf Metal sets are limited production compared to base versions.
Overall Assessment
A sharp-looking collegiate parallel ideal for Purdue fans or Max Klare completists, though best kept as a raw collection piece rather than a grading candidate.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint (8.0-9.0)
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly biased toward the right border (approx. 55/45). Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; displays characteristic vertical print lines common to Leaf chrome and some light surface scratches visible in the pink field.
Corner Condition
Corners appear sharp with no visible whitening; top left shows slight softness common in thicker stock cards.
Edge Condition
Edges appear clean with minimal chipping, though the right edge displays slight roughness from the factory cut.
Print Quality
Good; vibrant pink saturation and crisp player image, though standard Leaf Optichrome vertical line refractions are present.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $10.00 USD (Raw)
Comparison to Known Examples
Average for the set; centering is typical for Leaf's modern die-cut and layered border designs.
Authentication Tips
Verify the 'Leaf' logo foil stamp and the signature 'Optichrome' stock weight; counterfeit risk is extremely low for this player and set.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or CGC for cost efficiency; grading is currently not recommended as the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card stock and gloss are consistent with authentic 2023-24 Leaf production.
Provenance Notes
Commonly found in Leaf Metal Football Hobby boxes or individual 'blaster' style collegiate packs.
Historical Context
Max Klare emerged as a reliable target for Purdue; this card represents the wave of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) era collectibles featuring active college stars.
Market Trends
Stable/Niche; collegiate cards without NFL team logos generally hold value primarily for team-specific collectors or player fans.
Investment Potential
Low; dependent on the player's future NFL draft stock and professional success.
Similar Cards
Brock Bowers Leaf Metal, Dalton Kincaid Prizm Draft Picks, Purdue team sets.
Display & Preservation
Store in a PVC-free penny sleeve and a standard 35pt top loader to prevent surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
Leaf is a leading producer of NIL cards, often securing exclusive signatures from collegiate athletes before they enter the NFL Draft.