Overall Visual Assessment from Provided ImagesThe card presents as a strong, eye-appealing example in hand. The photography highlights the premium design well:
- The main image (first photo) shows excellent color pop on the blue Mavericks jersey (#77), clear facial details, and vibrant holographic sheen on the borders and “OBSIDIAN” banner.
- The die-cut edges appear clean and intentional (typical for Vitreous — the irregular, angular shape with pointed bottom is by design, not damage).
- The Mavericks logo in the bottom right is crisp.
- Serial numbering (“77” on the left) and “VITREOUS” banner are sharp and well-registered.
Close-up shots reveal the card’s thickness, glossy finish, and how the refractor catches light. The white borders/edges of the die-cut look smooth with no obvious chipping or whitening in the provided angles. The surface shows the expected “obsidian” texture and foil patterning without major print defects visible at this resolution.
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Scores
Crescent Vale Self-Graded Overall Score: 9.5 Mint+
Grok AI Scores
- Centering: Appears very strong (likely 50/50 to 55/45 front). The player image and text elements look well-balanced within the die-cut frame. No obvious tilt or off-centering visible.
- Corners: The die-cut points and angles look sharp in the photos. No visible rounding, fraying, or soft spots. This is a plus for a premium parallel.
- Edges: The cut edges (especially the complex Vitreous shape) appear clean and free of noticeable chipping or whitening from the angles shown. However, these cards are prone to micro-imperfections along the intricate cuts that may only show under angled light or magnification.
- Surface: The holographic/foil surface looks clean overall with good gloss. No major scratches, creases, or smudges are apparent in the images. Light play on the refractor can sometimes hide or reveal fine hairlines; under PSA’s black light/angled inspection, any micro-scratches on the foil would be the primary risk factor.
Grok AI Overall Score: 9-9.5 Mint+
A true PSA 10 would require near-flawless surface under magnification (no detectable foil scratches or print lines) and perfect edge quality on the die-cut. Many Obsidian Vitreous cards grade 8–9 due to the manufacturing complexity of the cut and foil. This one appears above average based on the photos.BGS Grading (with subgrades): BGS is often preferred for modern inserts because it provides subgrades (Centering, Corners, Edges, Surface) out of 10, plus an overall grade.
- Centering: Likely 9.5 — excellent eye appeal and registration.
- Corners: Likely 9.5 — sharp die-cut points.
- Edges: Likely 9 to 9.5 — clean appearance, but the intricate shape makes it harder to achieve a perfect 10.
- Surface: Likely 9 — strong gloss and no obvious defects, but foil refractors frequently receive 8.5–9 due to minor surface texture or light marks that PSA might overlook for a 9.
Estimated BGS Overall: 9 or 9.5 (with subgrades probably in the 9–9.5 range, possibly a single 9 holding back a full 9.5/Black Label potential). BGS is stricter on surface for foils and edges for die-cuts
Please Note: This card is housed in a custom display slab for superior protection and presentation. While the label may include descriptive details, this is not a grade from a third-party professional service (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC). The card is being sold as Raw/Ungraded. Please review the high-resolution photos provided to make your own assessment of the card’s condition before bidding or purchasing.
