Patrick Mahomes
Quarterback · Kansas City Chiefs
SAGE Aspire ##ASPPM1
Year & Era
2019 — Modern Chrome/Panini Era
Card Type
Insert / Base Veteran Card
Grade
BCCG 10 (Mint or Better) - Estimated PSA 8 or 9 cross-over
Rarity
Common. This is a non-licensed retail-focused product with a relatively high print run compared to premium Panini sets.
Overall Assessment
A solid, budget-friendly collectible for a Patrick Mahomes fan. While it lacks the prestige of a licensed rookie card, its 'Mint' presentation makes it an attractive display piece for a personal collection.
Condition Grade
BCCG 10 (Mint or Better) - Estimated PSA 8 or 9 cross-over
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears approximately 60/40 favoring the right, which is standard for BCCG 10 standards but would be penalized by strict PSA/BGS grading.
Surface Condition
Near Mint-Mint. The slab shows significant surface scuffing and scratches which may obscure fine surface details on the card itself.
Corner Condition
Sharp. All four corners appear well-preserved within the slab without visible dings or fraying.
Edge Condition
Steady. Clean factory edges visible on both the left and right sides without significant chipping.
Print Quality
High-color saturation with a stylized artistic filter. Image sharpness is moderate as is typical for SAGE non-licensed photography.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD. BCCG graded cards generally trade at a significant discount compared to PSA, BGS, or SGC due to looser grading standards.
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is typical for the set. Because SAGE cards are often sold in factory sets or blasters, many exist in high-grade condition.
Authentication Tips
BCCG is a secondary brand of Beckett Grading Services. Verify the serial number on the Beckett website and look for the classic 'brick' styling of the BCCG holder.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for re-grading. The cost of grading with PSA or BGS would likely exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed regarding the card's authenticity; however, be aware that BCCG 10 is not equivalent to a BGS 10 Black Label or Pristine.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a 2019 SAGE retail blaster box or secondary market purchase from an early-career Mahomes collector.
Historical Context
Produced in Mahomes' third season, shortly after his 2018 MVP breakout year, solidifying him as the face of the NFL.
Market Trends
Mahomes remains the gold standard for modern QB collecting. While his licensed Panini (Prizm/Optic) cards appreciate rapidly, non-licensed sets like SAGE tend to remain stable or laggard.
Investment Potential
Low. While Mahomes is a blue-chip player, non-licensed cards (no team logos) and BCCG slabs have limited ceiling for professional investors.
Similar Cards
2017 Panini Prizm Patrick Mahomes, 2019 Leaf Draft Patrick Mahomes, 2019 Donruss Patrick Mahomes.
Display & Preservation
The card is already in a protective slab. Recommendation is to use a slab sleeve to prevent further scratching of the plastic case.
Interesting Facts
SAGE is one of the few long-standing card companies that operates without a professional NFL license, often using 'airbrushed' jerseys to remove team logos.