SHOHEI OHTANI | 2018 TOPPS UPDATE US285 | GOLD | PSA GEM MT 10

PSA Graded Card - Certification #74978588 - Grade: GEM MT 10

This card features Shohei Ohtani in his batting stance for the Los Angeles Angels, captured during his rookie debut on March 29, 2018. The card uses a gold foil background signifying the limited Gold parallel edition. The design has dynamic wave graphics at the bottom, with the Angels logo, 'ROOKIE DEBUT' text, Ohtani's name, and position (P/DH). The Topps and RC (Rookie Card) logos appear on the front, with gold and red color tones dominating. The card is encased in a PSA slab and graded Gem Mint 10, with sharp corners, centering, and no visible flaws. The Gold parallel is serial numbered /2018 in the set (serial number not visible in image). This card is historically significant as it documents Ohtani's unique rookie season where he pitched and played as a designated hitter, making him a generational talent. Distinguishing features include the 'Rookie Debut' subset, the gold foil background, and Topps' recognizable design elements from the 2018 Update Series.

Card Details:

Subject: SHOHEI OHTANI

Sport/Game: Baseball

Card Name: 2018 TOPPS UPDATE

Card Number: US285

Variety: GOLD

Team: Los Angeles Angels

Other Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers