2022 Donruss Elite Series Bobby Witt Jr. Rookie #ES-14
Bobby Witt Jr. · Panini (Donruss brand) · Rookie, Insert
Player
Bobby Witt Jr.
Set
2022 Donruss Baseball - Elite Series
Year
2022
Card #
#ES-14
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks excellent (approx 50/50). Edges and corners appear sharp through the top-loader, but the foil surface of Donruss Elite is prone to micro-scratches which could drop it to an 8.
Category
Rookie, Insert
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss brand)
Demand Level
Strong. Bobby Witt Jr. is currently a top-tier hobby favorite following his 30/30 season, making any of his 2022 rookie inserts highly liquid.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $2 to $7 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $80 range during the peak of the season, while PSA 9s usually sell for roughly double the cost of the grading fee.
Description
This 2022 Donruss Elite Series card features Kansas City Royals superstar Bobby Witt Jr. in his official rookie year. The card showcases a high-action photography shot of Witt finishing a swing, set against a classic marbled white and gray background with a sleek chrome-style foil border. The iconic Donruss and Elite Series logos are prominently displayed in the center.
Key Features
Features one of the most exciting young talents in baseball; Iconic 'Elite Series' insert brand heritage; Official Rookie Year (RC) designation for a potential future MVP/Hall of Famer.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The font weight on 'Elite Series' and the 'E' logo holographic depth are consistent with Panini production standards. This is not a commonly faked card due to its status as a base insert.
Flaws to Note
Potential for light surface scratches on the high-gloss foil borders; very minor softening on the bottom left corner typically seen in Panini paper products; slight silvering on edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of Royals collectors. For a quick sale, it is a great 'add-on' card for a COMC submission.
Selling Tips
Since the raw value is under $10, grading is only recommended if the card is absolutely flawless (potential PSA 10). Use keywords 'RC', 'Rookie', and 'Royals' in the title. Ship in a bubble mailer with tracking if selling for over $20; otherwise, eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.00) is best for low-value cards.