Cole Anthony
Point Guard (Note: This is actually a basketball card, but evaluated per prompt specs) · Orlando Magic
Panini Prizm NBA #Not clearly visible on front
Year & Era
2021-22 — Modern Prizm Era
Card Type
NBA 75th Anniversary Diamond Blue Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint (PSA 8-9 potential)
Rarity
Unnumbered parallel from the NBA 75th Anniversary subset, moderately common pull.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking modern parallel card in decent raw condition, highly collectible for Orlando Magic team fans and Cole Anthony collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint (PSA 8-9 potential)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy on the right border side.
Surface Condition
Clean chrome surface with typical Prizm rainbow refractor gloss, no major scratches visible.
Corner Condition
Corners appear sharp and relatively clean, though minor softening possible under 10x magnification.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard Prizm silver-blue foil framing.
Print Quality
High gloss chrome finish with distinct rainbow refraction and diamond logo etchings.
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is typical of modern Panini stock quality control, falling within acceptable grading tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Check for the official NBA 75th diamond logo laser etching patterns in the background and authentic Panini foil reflection on the back.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the low raw market value unless part of a personal PC submission.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2021-22 Panini Prizm Basketball hobby or retail packs.
Historical Context
Celebrates the NBA's 75th anniversary season featuring special diamond-themed border accents.
Market Trends
Stable to modest value for non-star rotation players in the modern chrome market.
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection; modest long-term investment upside unless the player experiences a major career breakout.
Similar Cards
Other Cole Anthony Prizm parallels, base rookies, and insert cards.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The 75th anniversary set features special diamond embossing in the borders to commemorate the league's landmark anniversary season.