2023 Topps Series 1 Jake Walsh Rookie Card #143 (In-Person Autograph)
Jake Walsh · Topps · Rookie Card (RC) with In-Person Autograph
Player
Jake Walsh
Set
2023 Topps Series 1
Year
2023
Card #
#143
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT) for the card / Authentic for the Auto. Centering appears slightly heavy to the right. Corners show minor softening. Surface has potential ink smudging risk from the uncertified autograph.
Category
Rookie Card (RC) with In-Person Autograph
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. Jake Walsh has a limited hobby presence and is primarily of interest to Cardinals team collectors or 'set-fillers' look for signed rookies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 9 (Auto Grade 10): $20-30; PSA 8: $10-15; Raw: $1-5. It is generally not cost-effective to grade this specific card due to low player demand.
Comparable Sales
Raw un-signed versions of this card sell for $0.25 - $1.00. Unauthenticated signed copies typically sell for $2.00 - $7.00 depending on the buyer's interest in the team.
Description
This is a 2023 Topps Series 1 rookie card featuring St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jake Walsh. The card features a standard white border design with a clear 'RC' logo in the bottom right corner. This specific example features a black felt-tip marker signature across the front. Note that this is an 'In-Person' autograph, not a Topps-certified pack-pulled autograph, as there is no 'Topps Certified Autograph Issue' text on the card.
Key Features
Features the official RC (Rookie Card) logo. St. Louis Cardinals team interest. Includes a hand-signed autograph by the player.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in card authenticity. The 2023 design, gloss, and RC logo match standard production. The autograph appears consistent with Jake Walsh's known signing style, though without a COA, it remains 'unauthenticated.'
Flaws to Note
The autograph is not certified by Topps, which typically lowers value compared to pack-pulled autos. Centering is slightly off. The photo shows the card is not in a protective sleeve, posing a risk for surface scratches and 'whitening' on edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low starting auction or 'Buy It Now'), COMC, or St. Louis area Facebook card trading groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as grading fees will exceed the card's market value. List it as 'Jake Walsh 2023 Topps RC Signed/Auto' and use a high-quality photo. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top loader.