2018 DONRUSS OPTIC SAM DARNOLD RC DOWNTOWN PSA 9

2018 Donruss Optic Sam Darnold RC Downtown — PSA 9

Overview

• Card: 2018 Donruss Optic Downtown Sam Darnold Rookie Card

• Grading: PSA 9 (Mint)

• Parallel/Insert: Downtown (neon-colored background variation within Donruss Optic inserts)

• Year: 2018

• Player: Sam Darnold

• Set: Donruss Optic Football

Condition Notes

• PSA 9 indicates a near-mint to mint card with sharp corners, clean surface, and good centering; only minor imperfections visible under close inspection.

• Encapsulated and authenticated by PSA, providing protection and market confidence.

Collectibility & Value Drivers

• Rookie card of Sam Darnold from a major parallel/insert set within Donruss Optic.

• Downtown inserts are sought after by collectors who like bold, eye-catching designs.

• PSA 9 grade makes this card accessible to many buyers while still commanding a premium over raw or lower-graded examples.

• Market value influenced by Darnold’s on-field performance, overall demand for QB rookies from 2018, and current trends in football card collecting.

Buying Considerations

• Compare PSA population report and recent sale prices for PSA 9 and higher (PSA 10) examples before purchase.

• Verify PSA certification number on the slab against PSA’s registry if available.

• Consider supply: if Downtown parallels are relatively scarce graded at PSA 9 or higher, expect stronger pricing.

Selling Tips

• Highlight PSA grade, clear photos of the slab and card front/back, and any provenance.

• List relevant details prominently: year, set, rookie designation, parallel