Sticker | s1mple | Krakow 2017 is a High Grade autograph sticker created for Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev during the PGL Krakow 2017 Major. Its old-school tournament design, connection to Natus Vincere and association with one of Counter-Strike’s most celebrated players make it a notable choice for collectors and signature-based CS2 crafts.
Visual Description
The sticker features s1mple’s handwritten-style autograph as the main visual element, accompanied by the Krakow 2017 tournament branding. This is the standard High Grade version, so it does not use the metallic Foil treatment or the premium Gold effect available in other variants from the same event. The relatively straightforward design gives the signature a classic appearance and allows it to fit naturally on a wide range of weapon finishes. It can work as a subtle standalone autograph on an AWP or rifle, while multiple Krakow 2017 signatures can also be combined for roster-themed or tournament-focused crafts. The design is especially suitable for players who prefer older Major stickers with clearly visible signatures rather than highly animated modern effects.
History and Origin
Sticker | s1mple | Krakow 2017 commemorates the PGL Krakow 2017 CS:GO Major. At the tournament, s1mple represented Natus Vincere, and his autograph was included among the signatures available for players from the Legends teams. The standard s1mple sticker is classified as High Grade. It can be obtained from the Krakow 2017 Legends Autograph Capsule, Container Series #212. That capsule contains High Grade, Foil or Gold autograph stickers and explicitly lists s1mple among its possible player signatures. This places the sticker within an established generation of Major autograph collectibles released years before Counter-Strike transitioned from CS:GO to CS2.
Popularity and Usage
The primary source of demand is s1mple himself. His long competitive career, individual achievements and strong association with Na’Vi have made his tournament autographs recognizable even outside dedicated sticker-collecting circles. Krakow 2017 also appeals to players who prefer earlier autograph designs and want to build crafts around a specific era of professional Counter-Strike. Because the regular version lacks a reflective finish, it is often easier to integrate into skins where the weapon artwork should remain dominant. Like other applicable CS stickers, it can be scraped repeatedly, becoming progressively more worn until it is eventually removed from the weapon.
Price Formation Factors
The value of Sticker | s1mple | Krakow 2017 is influenced by the remaining supply of unapplied stickers, availability of Krakow 2017 Legends Autograph Capsules and continuing collector interest in s1mple memorabilia. Age is relevant because copies have been opened, applied and removed from circulation for many years. Demand can also change with renewed interest in older Major autographs, Na’Vi-themed inventories or notable developments surrounding s1mple’s competitive career. The existence of Foil and Gold variants affects how collectors position the standard version within the Krakow 2017 autograph set. When applied to a weapon, placement, skin choice, number of matching signatures and the coherence of the completed craft determine how much additional value a buyer may recognize.
FAQ
What rarity is Sticker | s1mple | Krakow 2017? The standard autograph is a High Grade sticker. Foil and Gold versions were also produced for the event.
Which capsule contains s1mple | Krakow 2017? It is included in the Krakow 2017 Legends Autograph Capsule, which contains signatures from players representing Legends teams at the Major.
Can the s1mple Krakow 2017 sticker be scraped? Yes. Once applied, it can be scraped multiple times for a progressively worn appearance, with continued scraping eventually removing it completely.
