2023 Donruss Bobby Witt Jr. Crunch Time #CT-1
Bobby Witt Jr. · Panini (Donruss brand) · Insert / Case Hit (Short Print)
Player
Bobby Witt Jr.
Set
2023 Donruss Baseball Crunch Time
Year
2023
Card #
#CT-1
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks excellent, and the corners appear sharp. There is a slight potential for micro-chipping on the bottom-right corner edge common to Donruss thick-stock inserts.
Category
Insert / Case Hit (Short Print)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss brand)
Demand Level
Strong. Bobby Witt Jr. is one of the premier young talents in MLB, keeping his early-career inserts in high demand among both Royals fans and modern card investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $20.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $35-50, PSA 10: $90-120
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies have sold between $12 and $18. PSA 10 examples have recently realized north of $100 during the baseball season peaks. Prices remain stable due to Witt's consistent performance.
Description
This is a 2023 Donruss 'Crunch Time' insert featuring Kansas City Royals superstar Bobby Witt Jr. The card features a vibrant, cereal-box inspired design with Witt Jr. mid-swing against a pop-art sunburst backdrop. The white sunburst border and bold 'Crunch Time' typography make this one of the most visually striking inserts of the 2023 Panini release.
Key Features
Short print insert status; features a high-demand young superstar; iconic cereal-box 'Crunch Time' theme; high-gloss finish; non-licensed but highly collectible design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The print resolution of the text 'Bobby Witt Jr.' is sharp with correct color layering. The card stock depth and texture match standard Panini 2023 Donruss insert production. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to relatively recent release and moderate price point.
Flaws to Note
A very minor white speck is visible on the bottom right corner tip. Thin white edges on Donruss cards are prone to minor surface flaking known as 'chipping'. Surface scratches can be common on these high-gloss cards if not immediately sleeved.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to its high volume of active player collectors. It is also a great candidate for COMC or high-traffic Facebook baseball card trade groups.
Selling Tips
Ensure you mention 'Short Print' or 'Case Hit style' in the title. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader. Given the grade-sensitive edges, grading this card via PSA could significantly boost value if it returns a 10, but a 9 barely covers the cost of grading fees.