Xavi Hernandez (Note: This is a soccer/association football player, though evaluated under sports card criteria)
Midfielder · FC Barcelona / Spain National Team
Leaf Metal Champions #C-XH1
Year & Era
2022 — Modern Era
Card Type
Autograph Numbered Parallel (/4)
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Extremely rare, numbered 3 out of 4 (/4).
Overall Assessment
An exceptionally rare, low-numbered (3/4) soccer autograph card from Leaf Metal Champions, well-preserved in a manufacturer-sealed magnetic holder, making it a prized piece for a player collector.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front and back appear well-centered within acceptable modern manufacturing tolerances.
Surface Condition
Clean surface protected inside a Leaf magnetic one-touch holder with a tamper-evident seal.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners protected by the rigid one-touch case.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or damage.
Print Quality
High-quality metallic finish typical of Leaf Metal products.
Estimated Value
Estimated between $100 to $300 USD depending on the market demand for soccer autos and whether the front features a clean on-card autograph.
Comparison to Known Examples
Being one of only four copies in existence, comparison is limited mostly to other low-numbered Xavi Leaf autographs.
Authentication Tips
Leaf guarantees the authenticity of the autograph directly on the back text and seals the card in a branded magnetic holder.
Grading Recommendation
Leaf sealed magnetic holder with manufacturer tape provides strong verification; third-party grading is optional since the print run is only 4.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the Leaf seal and numbering are intact.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Leaf Metal Champions hobby product and secured in a factory-sealed magnetic holder.
Historical Context
Xavi Hernandez is widely regarded as one of the greatest central midfielders and playmakers in the history of soccer, later becoming a successful manager.
Market Trends
Soccer cards, particularly low-numbered autographs of legendary players and managers like Xavi, maintain a steady niche collector market.
Investment Potential
Stable long-term potential due to ultra-low scarcity (/4) and the legendary status of the player.
Similar Cards
Other Leaf Metal Champions low-numbered autographs and Panini Prizm soccer parallels of legendary midfielders.
Display & Preservation
Keep inside the sealed Leaf magnetic holder, stored away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity.
Interesting Facts
Low print-run cards numbered out of 4 carry high scarcity, appealing directly to player supercollectors.