2005 Upper Deck Pro Signs Jason Bay #JB
Jason Bay · Upper Deck · Autograph
Player
Jason Bay
Set
2005 Upper Deck Pro Signs
Year
2005
Card #
#JB
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the right; corners and edges look sharp through the holder, but surface scratches on the top-loader make assessing the card surface difficult.
Category
Autograph
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Primarily appeals to Pirates team collectors, Canadian baseball fans, or completionists of the 2005 Pro Signs set. Bay is a retired star but not a Hall of Fame candidate.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10.00 - $18.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $100-125 (Grading not recommended due to ROI)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for Jason Bay on-card autographs from the mid-2000s era typically range from $8 to $20 depending on the set and eye appeal. Graded copies of this specific insert are rare as collectors rarely submit them.
Description
This 2005 Upper Deck Pro Signs card features Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder and 2004 NL Rookie of the Year Jason Bay. The card showcases a clean on-card signature in bronze/gold-toned ink across the lower image. The design features a horizontal action shot of Bay in a white Pirates home jersey with 'PRO SIGNS' embossed in foil at the bottom. A signature Upper Deck hologram is present for authenticity.
Key Features
On-card autograph; Features the 2004 National League Rookie of the Year; Iconic 'Pro Signs' brand by Upper Deck; Early career collectible of a Pirates fan favorite.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Includes the authentic Upper Deck diamond-shaped hologram on the front right and a standard Upper Deck certification statement on the reverse. The ink shows the correct soak-in characteristics of a genuine Sharpie signature.
Flaws to Note
A slight rightward centering tilt is visible. The top-loader is heavily scratched, which may hide minor surface abrasions on the card itself. Foil lettering is prone to minor chipping or 'snowing' in this set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card using a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' to attract player collectors. COMC is also a secondary option for long-term listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading (approx. $19-$25) exceeds the raw value and the potential profit margin is too slim. Use a high-resolution scan or take the card out of the scratched top-loader for photos to show the clean surface. Use keywords like 'NL ROY', 'Three-time All-Star', and 'On-Card Auto'.