2022-23 Panini Donruss Optic E.J. Liddell Rated Rookie #233
E.J. Liddell · Panini (Donruss Optic) · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
E.J. Liddell
Set
2022-23 Panini Donruss Optic Basketball
Year
2022-2023
Card #
#233
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Surface looks clean from this angle, but corners and edges on the right side show very slight white touching.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Optic)
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. Demand for Liddell is currently tied to his rehabilitation and performance in the G-League or as a rotation player. As a second-round pick, his market is significantly lower than lottery picks.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this base card typically range from $0.99 to $2.50. Graded PSA 10 examples have historically sold for under $40.
Description
This is a 2022-23 Donruss Optic E.J. Liddell Rated Rookie card featuring the New Orleans Pelicans forward in his white home jersey. The card features Optic's signature chromium finish and the iconic 'Rated Rookie' logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Official Rated Rookie designation, Optic chrome stock, featuring a former Ohio State standout and 2022 second-round draft pick.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic Donruss Optic logo and chromium finish. Correct font for the 2022-23 design. Confidence: High. These base cards are rarely replicated.
Flaws to Note
Slightly off-center from left-to-right (skewed right). Minor corner softness visible on the bottom right. Card is currently sitting on a textured fabric surface without protection, which risks surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best for eBay (as part of a team lot or cheap PWE listing) or COMC. High-end auction houses are not recommended for base rookie cards of this value.
Selling Tips
Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping ($0.64-$1.08). Do not grade this card unless you are a die-hard Liddell fan; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the market value of the card in a PSA 9. Immediately place in a penny sleeve and top loader.