2023 Panini Contenders Brayden Willis AU-Opening Kickoff Ticket #206 PSA 4 Appraisal
Category: Trading Card
Description
This item is a 2023 Panini Contenders sports trading card featuring Brayden Willis. The card is part of the "AU-Opening Kickoff Ticket" series and is numbered #206. It appears to be a rookie card based on the "ROOKIE TICKET" text visible. The card features an action shot of Brayden Willis in a San Francisco 49ers uniform against a background with a starburst or burst pattern in varying shades of green and possibly other colors due to the réfractive surface. Below the image is a section that resembles a ticket stub, with the number 241 under "SEC.", 64 under "ROW", and 9 under "SEAT". An on-card autograph from Brayden Willis is prominently displayed in blue ink below the ticket section. The card is encased in a PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) grading slab. The PSA label at the top indicates the item details: "2023 CONTENDERS BRAYDEN WILLIS AU-OPENING KICKOFF TICKET", the card number #206, a grade of VG-EX 4, and a certification number 103221122. The card itself exhibits a green border and a holographic or refractor type finish, contributing to its visual appeal. The grading indicates visible condition issues, as VG-EX (Very Good-Excellent) and a grade of 4 suggest significant wear, such as creasing, corner wear, or surface flaws. The encapsulation by PSA provides protection but also confirms the card's specific condition as assessed by the grading service.
Appraisal Report
Based on my visual examination of the provided images, I have appraised this 2023 Panini Contenders Brayden Willis AU-Opening Kickoff Ticket #206 PSA 4. The card is encased in a PSA slab, confirming its authenticity as a trading card and autograph as assessed by PSA. The PSA grade of VG-EX 4 indicates significant condition issues, which would severely impact value compared to higher-graded examples. Typical flaws for a PSA 4 include noticeable creasing, corner wear, or surface damage. While I can see it's professionally graded, the exact nature and severity of these condition flaws are difficult to fully ascertain from images alone. The autograph appears genuine and is authenticated by PSA, which adds a premium over non-autographed versions. Market conditions for contemporary football rookie autographs, especially in lower grades, are moderate unless the player achieves significant success. Comps for PSA 4 examples of similar, non-superstar rookie autographs in this set are limited but suggest a lower value due to the condition. Demand for Brayden Willis is currently modest as he has not yet become a prominent player. Rarity for this specific parallel is relative; it's not an ultra-rare insert but is more limited than base versions. The condition is the most significant factor suppressing value. Limitations: My assessment relies solely on images and the PSA label. I cannot confirm in-person feel, print lines not visible in photos, or exact centering nuances. While PSA authentication is reliable, ultimate authentication relies on their process, which I did not witness. Provenance documentation regarding the card's origin is not available to me. No scientific testing was performed.
Appraisal Value
$15-30