2022 Panini Certified Bobby Witt Jr. Mirror Silver Rookie #18
Bobby Witt Jr. · Panini · Rookie Card (RC), Parallel (Mirror Silver)
Player
Bobby Witt Jr.
Set
2022 Panini Certified Baseball
Year
2022
Card #
18
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right edge (approx 60/40). Corners and edges seem sharp based on the photo, but surface scratches are common on these high-gloss Mirror finishes.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Parallel (Mirror Silver)
Manufacturer
Panini
Demand Level
Strong. Witt Jr. is an MVP-caliber player, and his rookie cards remain highly liquid in the hobby. Demand spikes during the MLB season and during hot hitting streaks.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-95
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay have ranged from $4 to $10 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently fluctuated between $70 and $100 depending on auction timing.
Description
This is a stunning 2022 Panini Certified Bobby Witt Jr. Mirror Silver rookie card. The card features a high-action shot of the Royals shortstop in his home blue jersey, set against a futuristic metallic frame with a rainbow-refractive 'Mirror' finish. The iconic Panini RC shield is located in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card designation for one of MLB's brightest young stars. Features the classic Certified 'Mirror' parallel finish which is a staple in Panini products.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Certified' logo at the top and the specific hexagonal texture in the black border areas are characteristic of the 2022 Panini production run. This specific card is not widely known for counterfeits due to its relatively low individual raw value.
Flaws to Note
A slight right-of-center bias is visible on the front. Metallic cards are notoriously prone to hairline surface scratches and 'dimples' from the factory which can severely downgrade the card at PSA.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card since it has the highest volume of rookie card collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for lower-value raw cards to avoid shipping hassles.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this card unless you are certain it will score a PSA 10, as the grading fee currently exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use clear photos that show the rainbow shine to attract buyers. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.