Fanatics Baseball Wooden Card Holder Box

Client and Breif 

Fanatics Collectibles contacted Magellan for assistance in crafting a wooden presentation box designed to display a card featuring Shohei Ohtani, nicknamed 'Showtime', who was named as the Most Valuable Player of the 2023 World Baseball. Ohtani made his first debut in baseball at the age of 18. Where his career has grown ever since. Renowned for his exceptional pitching and batting skills, Ohtani joined the LA Angels in 2017, where he was signed as both a hitter and a pitcher, finalising the deal the next day.

 After six years with the Angels, the Japanese baseball star recently signed a 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, for $700 million. This contract not only highlights his value to the sport but also stands as the largest contract in sports history. Consequently, the design of the wooden presentation box needed to align with his achievements in baseball.

Wooden Card Holder Presentation Box Specifications

To gain a deeper understanding of the creation process of the wooden presentation box designed to house cards highlighting Ohtani's dedication to baseball, see the detailed specifications  below:

• Luxury custom wooden box
• Protective card holder case
• Centre bottom plinth 
• Engraved metal plaque 
• Black stained magnetic closure
• 2x pictures inliad

The Finer Details

Implimenting a luxurious and premium metal plaque, placed both on the front of the box and beneath the card holder, offers intricate detailing and resonates with Ohtani's cultural heritage. As Ohtani is Japanese, the plaque features engraved Japanese characters and symbols, representing a true homage to his dedication and heritage. By incorporating a magnetic plaque, this ensures the doors of the box will stay closed, contributing to an enhanced experience when unveiling its contents.

Placing the card holder at the center of the presentation box emphasizes it’s role as the centre peice of the project. Additionally, a small insert below the card holder highlights the card will remain upright during presentations, paying tribute to Ohtani. The card holder also serves as security to the card during transport, contributing to its long-term preservation.

The End Result

The final creation of the wooden presentation box was truly captivating, embodying a luxurious aesthetic that mirrored Shohei Ohtani's love and passion for baseball. The attention to detail, coupled with the use of high-quality wood, showcased it’s elegance; this box was not just a container but a symbol of admiration for Ohtani's dedication to the sport, showcasing the care and precision that went into its design.

Not to mention that this presentation box was the perfect marketing tool, sparking conversations about his recent contract deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.