2018 Topps Transcendent Japan Shohei Ohtani ROOKIE RC AUTO 2/5 PSA 10 GEM MINT

Hailing from one of the most expensive brands in the modern baseball market, Topps Transcendent decided to mix things up in 2018 by introducing an 'Asian-Exclusive' product which focused solely on Japanese superstars Ichiro Suzuki and Shohei Ohtani. A total of fifty boxes were produced for this exclusive release with prices starting at $20,000 per box. Continuing with its original English designs, this Japanese issue comprised of a 50-card base set, with ultra-rare on card autograph inserted within. Offered here is one of Ohtani's base on card autograph examples, serial stamped 2/5 and assessed as a pop 2 PSA 10 gem mint example. The card features a beautiful gold border and inlay which highlights a wonderful action shot of Ohtani. Resting just below is the cards hard-signed, blue ink autograph which shows ever bit pristine. As stated early, the offered example is a perfect GEM MINT example, boasting an overall cleanliness which fully upholds PSA's increasingly difficult standards. Shohei Ohtani continues to have a historic season, putting up ridiculous numbers at the plate while showcasing his electric stuff on the hill. He is the current front-runner for the AL MVP Award and has already eclipsed 40 home runs this season. With all his media coverage and comparisons to Babe Ruth, his international brand is rapidly growing. As long as 'Shotime' continues to dominate, the investment future on this premier rookie parallel is extremely bright. Deserving of serious consideration.