Caden Veltkamp Appraisal

2023 Bowman University Chrome Football Caden Veltkamp 1st Bowman Card

This is a 2023 Bowman University Chrome trading card featuring quarterback Caden Veltkamp from Florida Atlantic University. The card represents a standard modern sports card size (2.5 by 3.5 inches) and is constructed from a thick, metallic-finish cardstock characteristic of the 'Chrome' brand produced by Topps/Fanatics. The design features a high-action photograph of Veltkamp in his navy blue and red FAU uniform, holding a football in a pocket-passing stance. A prominent '1st Bowman' logo is located in the upper left corner, indicating this is the player's first licensed appearance in a Bowman-branded set, a major value indicator for collectors. The bottom of the card contains a nameplate with 'Caden Veltkamp' and his school affiliation, 'Florida Atlantic // QB,' next to the FAU Owls logo. The card incorporates a modern aesthetic with geometric silver and grey borders and a refractive background layer. Regarding condition, the card appears to be housed in a protective top-loader and soft sleeve. Surface inspection shows clear imagery without major scratches or clouding visible through the protector, though minor edge wear or centering shifts are common for this series. The corners appear sharp in this view. This item is a key collegiate prospect card from the 2023 season, valued for its 'Chrome' finish and '1st' designations.