2022 Topps Update Series Nolan Jones Rookie Card #US261
Nolan Jones · Topps · Base Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Nolan Jones
Set
2022 Topps Update Series
Year
2022
Card #
#US261
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have clean corners and edges based on the image, though the bottom-up centering looks slightly heavy on the bottom border.
Category
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is steady among Rockies collectors (his current team) and rookie card completionists, though he is currently a mid-tier hobby target.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $40-$55 range depending on the week.
Description
This 2022 Topps Update Series rookie card features Nolan Jones of the Cleveland Guardians in a high-energy celebration pose. The card design utilizes the classic 2022 Topps border with the Guardians team logo in the bottom left and the 'RC' rookie logo in the bottom right. The image captures Jones in his home white uniform with arms raised.
Key Features
Official Topps Rookie Card (RC emblem), feature of a former top prospect who has since shown significant power potential in the Major Leagues. This is his primary base rookie card for his debut season with Cleveland.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Topps logo placement, crisp 'RC' shield, accurate Cleveland Guardians team branding, and standard card stock thickness. This is a common base card and is extremely unlikely to be counterfeited. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Centering appears slightly shifted toward the bottom border. Topps 2022 stock is prone to minor chipping on the dark rear edges, though this card looks clean from the front. Small surface scratches are common on this high-gloss stock but aren't visible in the low-res photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single base card. COMC is excellent for bulk submitting lower-value rookies. Local card shops may buy it as part of a larger lot.
Selling Tips
As a low-value base card, it is generally NOT worth the cost of grading unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10. List it with 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs down for the buyer and use high-interest keywords like 'Cleveland Guardians RC'.