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Memorabilia cards from the Select Draft Selections set include a piece of game-used or event-worn material embedded in the card, which makes this a reasonable pickup for Keldon Johnson collectors or Spurs fans looking for something beyond a standard rookie card. Buy Now at Fanatics

Collectors chasing early Lonzo Ball rookie-era cards will find the Prizm Scope parallel appealing, as the refractor-style finish and Select branding tend to hold more long-term collector interest than base issues. The 2017-18 Select set remains one of the more popular products from that draft class. Buy Now at Fanatics

Bowman Chrome Prospect cards are the go-to entry point for collectors tracking players before they reach the majors, and the Black and White Mini-Diamond Refractor is one of the more limited parallels in the set, making it a reasonable pick if you're building a Misael Urbina player collection or want a lower-cost refractor with some scarcity behind it. Buy Now at Fanatics

Bowman Chrome autograph cards from the AFL Fall Stars set are aimed at prospect collectors, and Eguy Rosario has been a consistent presence in the Padres organization with enough prospect pedigree to make this a card worth tracking if you follow minor league talent. Buy Now at Fanatics

Bowman Chrome Sapphire editions are hobby shop and high-end collector exclusives, making them harder to find at retail than standard Bowman Chrome releases. The Purple Refractor parallel adds another layer of scarcity on top of the Sapphire print run, so this one appeals to player collectors or anyone building a Trevor Martin rainbow. Buy Now at Fanatics

Collectors chasing low-print-run parallels will find this worth a look, as the Triple Threads Amethyst is one of Topps' more limited hobby-exclusive inserts, and Dylan Carlson's rookie-era cards still carry some upside for Cardinals fans holding a long view on his career. Buy Now at Fanatics

Mosaic's Thunder Road inserts are among the more recognizable parallels in the hobby, and the Green Mosaic version adds a layer of scarcity over the base. A solid pickup for LeBron collectors or anyone building a parallel run of this specific insert. Buy Now at Fanatics

Numbered to just 10 copies, this card is aimed at serious Rangers collectors or anyone building a high-end Semien collection, where low-print-run refractors from the Pristine line tend to hold their value better than base parallels. Buy Now at Fanatics

Prizm Red Disco parallels are among the more visually distinct cards in the Select lineup, with a foil pattern that stands out in a binder or display case. At the right price, this is a reasonable pickup for Poole collectors or anyone building a Prizm parallel set. Buy Now at Fanatics

A niche pick for Pacific Prism collectors or anyone building out early-2000s NFL sets, particularly if Andre King fits your team or player collection focus. Buy Now at Fanatics

Collectors and Bears fans looking to add a short-print parallel to their set will find the Honeycomb a worthwhile pickup, since Mosaic parallels tend to hold their value better than base cards and Roquan Smith was coming off a Pro Bowl season in 2023. Buy Now at Fanatics

Targeted at football card collectors who focus on certified rookie autos, this Alshon Jeffery RPA from 2012 Absolute carries the patch-auto format that tends to hold the most long-term value in the hobby. Jeffery's career numbers as a No. 1 receiver make this a reasonable pickup for Bears collectors or anyone building a set from that draft class. Buy Now at Fanatics

Bowman's Best Blue autograph parallels from 2003 are short-printed inserts, making this a niche pick for prospect collectors or anyone building a Carlos Duran player collection on a budget. Buy Now at Fanatics

Topps Gold Label Black parallels from this era were printed in extremely limited quantities, making this a card that serious baseball card collectors tend to seek out rather than stumble across. The 1998 set is also from Clemens' tenure with the Blue Jays, which adds some cross-collector appeal for team and player collectors alike. Buy Now at Fanatics

Targeted at Bears fans or collectors who focus on autographed rookie-era cards, this low-numbered parallel (#173/25) from Totally Certified carries some scarcity appeal given the print run, even for a player who had a modest NFL career. Buy Now at Fanatics

Precious Metal Gems Red parallels from the original 1997-98 Metal Universe set are among the most sought-after basketball cards ever printed, limited to just 100 copies each, and this 2021 retro version brings that same aesthetic to a modern checklist at a fraction of the vintage price point. Collectors who want the PMG look without chasing a card that regularly sells for thousands will find this a reasonable entry point into the format. Buy Now at Fanatics

Autograph cards from early 2000s sets like Upper Deck Ultimate Collection tend to hold steady with collectors, and Tier 1 Gold parallels were short-printed, so the supply is genuinely limited. Luis Gonzalez signed this the year after his walk-off World Series hit, which adds some context to why collectors from that era would want it in their collection. Buy Now at Fanatics

A niche pick for collectors focused on early-career rookie cards, particularly those building a Tim Hasselbeck collection or filling out a 2001 Pacific Impressions Premiere Date set. Buy Now at Fanatics

Collectors chasing early-2000s Pacific inserts will recognize the Atomic Blue parallel as one of the more visually distinct cards from that era, and Jevon Kearse was coming off back-to-back Pro Bowl selections when this was printed. A solid pickup for Kearse player collectors or anyone building out a Pacific Prism run. Buy Now at Fanatics