Isaac Guerendo
Running Back · San Francisco 49ers
Leaf Metal #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 - Modern NIL/Prospect Era
Card Type
Autograph Refractor Parallel
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (surface scratches visible on toploader)
Rarity
Lower-tier parallel from a non-licensed prospect set with varying print runs.
Overall Assessment
A sharp-looking modern rookie autograph featuring a promising running back on a major NFL franchise, best suited for team or player PC collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint (surface scratches visible on toploader)
Centering Assessment
Front: roughly 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Metallic/refractor finish shows some minor hairline scratches, though some may be on the toploader housing the card.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners visible inside the protective sleeve and toploader.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no obvious chipping or silver flaking.
Print Quality
High gloss metallic finish with sharp foil stamping and clean on-card blue ink autograph.
Estimated Value
$15 - $30 raw based on comparable rookie prospect autographs from Leaf Metal.
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for a modern Leaf Metal prospect autograph with standard chrome reflectivity.
Authentication Tips
Check for the official Leaf stamp/hologram on the back and ensure the on-card signature is genuine ink.
Grading Recommendation
Raw is generally recommended for un-numbered unlicensed prospect cards unless pristine and part of a high-tier parallel.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; signature is clean and card stock appears standard.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Leaf Metal hobby boxes or distributed via secondary market prospect packs.
Historical Context
Reflects the modern trend of collegiate and prospect card releases prior to official NFL licensing debuts.
Market Trends
Fluctuates based on the player's active playing time, rookie usage, and performance with the 49ers.
Investment Potential
Speculative, as backup running backs in modern unlicensed sets typically hold niche appeal unless they break out into starting roles.
Similar Cards
Other 2024 rookie autographs of Isaac Guerendo from Leaf, SAGE, or unlicensed releases.
Display & Preservation
Keep protected inside a fresh penny sleeve and top loader, or a one-touch magnetic holder away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Leaf Metal is popular among player collectors for offering colorful refractor parallels and guaranteed on-card autographs.