Michael Pittman Jr. Select Rookie Patch Auto (RPA) - Tie-Dye Prizm
Trading card; mixed media sports collectible on cardstock with textile inlay • Panini America (Manufacturer) for the 'Select' brand; signature attributed to Michael Pittman Jr.
Style & Movement
Modern Commercial Graphic Design; Contemporary Sports Ephemera
Medium & Technique
Multi-layered lithography including chrome/refractive 'Prizm' technology, die-cut window, hand-applied felt-tip autograph (on-card), and integrated authentic jersey fabric swatch
Creation Period
2020
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 2.5 x 3.5 inches; vertical (portrait) format; standard trading card thickness (approx. 100-130 pt)
Subject Description
A vertical composition depicting NFL wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. in an Indianapolis Colts uniform. The card features a designated autograph area, a 'tie-dye' refractive color palette, and a rectangular 'patch' window containing a bi-color (white/blue) jersey fragment.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the card appears well-centered with sharp corners and is housed in a magnetic 'One-Touch' protective holder. Surface integrity appears high based on visual inspection.
Estimated Market Value
$150.00 - $350.00 USD (dependent on the specific serial number/rarity tier)
Auction Estimate
$175.00 - $300.00 USD
Provenance History
Produced by Panini America; includes a 'Hit Kings'/HS Sports Breaks security seal on the case, suggesting acquisition via a secondary market 'group break.'
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the 'Rookie Card' boom of 2020. The 'Select' brand is a cornerstone of football card collecting, and the Tie-Dye Prizm variant is a highly sought-after 'short-print' parallel within the hobby.
Notable Features
Features an 'on-card' autograph (signed directly on the surface rather than a sticker); includes a multi-color 'prime' jersey patch; highly refractive 'Tie-Dye' foil background.
Condition Issues
None visible through the holder. Possible minor surface scratches on the acrylic case or micro-streaking in the blue ink signature (common in on-card autos).
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a UV-resistant magnetic holder; keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the ink signature from fading and the chrome finish from discoloring. Maintain a stable humidity environment.