Blake Rutherford 2017 Panini Crown Royale USA Baseball 18U National Team Die-Cut Card

The item is a die-cut trading card from the 'Crown Royale' series, featuring baseball player Blake Rutherford. The card's unique shape is designed to resemble a crown at the top, a signature characteristic of the Crown Royale brand. The overall dimensions appear to be larger than a standard trading card due to its irregular shape. The card's primary color palette includes deep blues, reds, and white, with a holographic or reflective finish visible, especially in the crown portion and along the edges, giving it a premium feel. The image on the card depicts Blake Rutherford in a batting stance, wearing a white USA Baseball uniform, a dark helmet, and sunglasses. His batting gloves are red, white, and blue, matching the USA theme. A bright, almost star-like visual effect is positioned near his lower body, possibly indicating motion or impact. The card is in excellent visible condition with no apparent wear, creasing, or surface damage. The edges are sharp, and the holographic elements appear intact. The front of the card prominently features the 'USA Baseball' logo, 'BLAKE RUTHERFORD' in bold text, the 'Crown Royale' logo (a crown icon with text), and a '18U NATIONAL TEAM' designation within a red and blue shield. The card design suggests a modern production, likely from the 2010s, given the player's career timeline and the card's contemporary aesthetic with its die-cut and holographic elements. The card exhibits good craftsmanship with clean cuts and clear printing, indicative of a quality product from a recognized trading card manufacturer like Panini America (which produces Crown Royale).