2009 Upper Deck UD Game Materials B.J. Upton #UD-BU
B.J. Upton · Upper Deck · Relic / Memorabilia
Player
B.J. Upton
Set
2009 Upper Deck Baseball Series 1 / UD Game Materials
Year
2009
Card #
#UD-BU
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) or Raw - Solid. Centering appears slightly heavy on the right. Corners show minor whitening, especially the bottom left. Surface shows typical matte finish wear. Thick stock cards are prone to edge chipping.
Category
Relic / Memorabilia
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Low. B.J. Upton has a niche collector base, and common jersey relics from this era are high in supply with lower demand compared to modern 'hits' or high-end vintage.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20.00-$30.00, PSA 9: $45.00-$60.00. (Note: Grading is generally not recommended as the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card).
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar 2009 UD Game Materials jersey cards range from $2.00 to $7.00 depending on the player. Similar B.J. Upton relics have sold for roughly $5.00 including shipping.
Description
A 2009 Upper Deck Game Materials jersey card featuring B.J. Upton of the Tampa Bay Rays. The card features a dynamic action shot of Upton running the bases in a Rays home jersey, set against a large stylized 'X' design backdrop. A white swatch of game-used jersey is featured in an X-shaped die-cut window at the center-bottom of the card.
Key Features
Features a piece of authentic game-used memorabilia. Iconic 2009 Upper Deck 'X' design. Highlights B.J. Upton during the Rays' competitive era following their 2008 World Series run.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Upper Deck hologram (not visible in photo but present on back), correct 'X' die-cut, and standard 2009 jersey swatch texture. This card is not commonly counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
Minor whitening on the bottom corners. Slight right-heavy centering. Potential for edge wear due to the thicker card stock common with relic cards.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low starting bid or 'Buy It Now'), COMC (best for processing low-value inserts and relics), or as part of a Tampa Bay Rays team lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the return on investment will be negative. Use keywords like 'Game Used Jersey,' 'Tampa Bay Rays,' and 'B.J. Upton.' Ship in a padded bubble mailer using the eBay Standard Envelope service for a cheaper rate on cards under $20.