2024 Topps Update Series Carter Jensen RC Player-Worn Memorabilia Relic #87AS-CJ
Carter Jensen · Topps (Fanatics) · Rookie Card, Relic, Insert
Player
Carter Jensen
Set
2024 Topps Update Series - 1989 Topps Baseball 35th Anniversary Relic
Year
2024
Card #
#87AS-CJ
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering looks slightly heavy toward the left and bottom. Common for relic cards, the edges around the swatch window often show minor white stress, and corners may have slight softening from the manufacturing process handled by thicker card stock.
Category
Rookie Card, Relic, Insert
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Moderate. Carter Jensen is a highly-regarded prospect in the Royals system, but relic cards from base flagship products have a high population. Demand is driven by Royals team collectors and prospectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Grading is generally not recommended for this card as the cost of grading exceeds the market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for similar standard 2024 Topps Update Relics of similar-tier prospects typically range from $2.50 to $7.50 plus shipping. Graded versions are sparsely listed as most collectors keep these cards raw.
Description
A 2024 Topps Update Carter Jensen Rookie Relic card featuring the iconic 1989 Topps 35th Anniversary design. The card features Jensen in a blue Kansas City Royals jersey with a large inset window containing a blue player-worn jersey swatch. The top left corner features the 'Topps 75 Years of Baseball' logo, and the top right features the official MLB RC shield.
Key Features
Features a piece of player-worn jersey; 35th Anniversary 1989 throwback design; official Rookie Card designation for a rising catching prospect in the Royals organization.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card features the correct Topps 'Topps 75' anniversary logo, proper 'Player-Worn Memorabilia' text next to the swatch, and standard high-gloss finish. Relic cards of prospects like Jensen are rarely counterfeited due to low profit margins.
Flaws to Note
Typical relic card thickness leads to easy corner dings; Centering is slightly off-center (approx 60/40); potential for some minimal white chipping on blue borders; surface may have minor print lines inherent to this set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer), COMC, or Kansas City-area local card shows. Facebook 'Royals' collector groups are also a great venue.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are doing it for a personal 'PC' collection; the ROI for grading is negative here. When listing on eBay, mention 'RC' and 'Relic' and 'Jersey' in the title. Use a bubble mailer for shipping as the thickness of the card makes it risky to send in a Plain White Envelope (PWE).