2022 Topps Allen & Ginter Joe West #136
Joe West · Topps (under Fanatics) · Base Card
Player
Joe West
Set
2022 Topps Allen & Ginter
Year
2022
Card #
136
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering looks slightly heavy to the right, but corners and edges appear sharp from the image provided.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps (under Fanatics)
Demand Level
Low/Niche; primarily sought by Allen & Ginter set builders or collectors of umpire memorabilia.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $35-50 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $0.99 to $1.99 plus shipping. Graded copies are rare due to the high cost of grading relative to the card's worth.
Description
A 2022 Topps Allen & Ginter base card featuring legendary and controversial MLB Umpire Joe West. The card features the classic A&G painted-style aesthetic, showing West in his umpire gear with an FTX patch visible. The card has a matte finish with white borders and the characteristic 'World's Champions' logo at the bottom left.
Key Features
Features the MLB umpire with the most games officiated in history; first year A&G appearance for West; popular 'curiosity' card for fans of baseball history.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct logo placement for 2022 A&G; appropriate typography for the 'WEST.' nameplate; authentic matte card stock texture. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight centering shift toward the right border; possible minor surface fuzz common with the A&G matte card stock; no major visible creases or corner dings.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now) or COMC. It is best sold as part of a lot or to a set finisher.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are pursuing a PSA 10 for a personal registry; the grading fees will outweigh the market value. Use 'Joe West Umpire' in the keywords. Ship in a plain white envelope (PWE) to keep costs low for the buyer.