Nick Emmanwori
Safety · Seattle Seahawks
Donruss Optic #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 - Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Rated Rookie Blue Hyper Parallel
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert from the Donruss Optic checklist, carrying a lower print run than the base Rated Rookie cards but not individually serial numbered.
Overall Assessment
An attractive and clean modern rookie parallel card of a promising safety, ideal for team collectors, set builders, and fans of the Seattle Seahawks secondary.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor top-to-bottom variance, typical for modern Optic chrome stock.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; vibrant holofoil rainbow effect with no visible major scratches or print lines under normal lighting, though a minor glare obscures some details.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with no apparent dings or fraying visible in the holder.
Edge Condition
Clean, smooth edges with no obvious chipping or silvering along the borders.
Print Quality
High-quality chrome stock with brilliant blue hyper refractor light refraction and sharp player imagery.
Estimated Value
Estimated raw market value between $5 and $15 USD depending on buyer demand for defensive rookies and specific parallel variations.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard modern Optic Blue Hyper parallels of mid-to-late round draft picks and defensive rookies.
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic Optic chromium stock thickness, correct holographic sheen, crisp text placement on the back, and crisp Donruss Optic logo stamping.
Grading Recommendation
Raw sale or grading with SGC or PSA is recommended only if surface inspection under 10x magnification shows zero micro-scratches and pristine corners, as grading fees may exceed raw value otherwise.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern retail/hobby pull stored in a penny sleeve.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2023 Donruss Optic football hobby or retail pack/box and preserved in a protective sleeve.
Historical Context
The Donruss Optic 'Rated Rookie' is one of the most iconic sub-brands in modern football card collecting, originating from the classic 1980s Donruss design.
Market Trends
Market for defensive secondary players tends to be niche compared to quarterbacks and skill-position offensive stars, leading to stable but modest pricing.
Investment Potential
Hold/Speculative; value is heavily tied to the player's on-field performance, defensive impact, and team success over their career.
Similar Cards
2023 Donruss Optic Base Rated Rookie, Panini Prizm Rookie Silver, and other modern chrome parallels of rookie defensive players.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a semi-rigid holder (such as a Cardboard Gold or Toploader) in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The 'Hyper' parallel features a distinctive circular light-bending pattern that creates a swirling rainbow effect across the entire surface of the card.