Matthew Dallas Baseball Card Appraisal

2016 USA Baseball Stars & Stripes Matthew Dallas Relic Baseball Card

The item is a 2016 USA Baseball Worlds Stars and Stripes Matthew Dallas baseball trading card, presented within a clear, hard plastic magnetic card holder. The card features a portrait-style image of Matthew Dallas in a USA baseball uniform, holding a baseball glove. His name 'MATTHEW DALLAS' is printed prominently at the bottom right, with 'USA BASEBALL 18U NATIONAL TEAM' directly below it. The card design incorporates patriotic elements with red, white, and blue colors. The top left corner of the card reads '2016 USA BASEBALL WORLDWIDE' (partially obscured). A notable feature of this card is the inclusion of what appears to be a 'relic' or 'patch' component, indicated by a rectangular cutout on the right side of the card, showing a grey, textured material, possibly a piece of a game-used uniform or equipment. Above this relic, there are small white stars on a blue background, consistent with a 'Stars & Stripes' theme. The card also features the 'UA' (Under Armour) logo with 'STARS & STRIPES' underneath, located on the bottom left. The hard plastic holder is slightly scratched and shows some minor smudges on its surface, indicating handling. One magnetic closure is visible at the top center of the holder, which securely encases the card. The edges of the plastic holder are clean and well-formed. The card itself appears to be in very good condition with no visible creases, tears, or significant wear, though the lighting glare makes a precise assessment challenging. The overall presentation suggests a collectible item, likely from a limited series or a special edition given the relic component. This type of card is typically sought after by collectors due to the inclusion of a material swatch and its connection to a specific event and team.