Bobby Witt Jr. Rookie Cards

Start with Bobby Witt Jr.’s RC-logo flagship cards: 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 and 2022 Topps Chrome Update #USC35. Use the checklist for recent sales snapshots and jump to live listings by exact card and version.

Rookie year: 2022Flagship RC: 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 / 2022 Topps Chrome Update #USC35Top recent sale: On-card Bowman autos and low-serial Topps parallels tend to lead the high-end, while base RCs in strong grades stay the simplest entry point.Updated: Jan 2026See live listings

Best Bobby Witt Jr. Rookie Cards

Topps Series 2 Rookie Card

2022 · Topps Series 2 · #660

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Topps Chrome Update Rookie Card

2022 · Topps Chrome Update · #USC35

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Topps Chrome Rookie Autographs

2022 · Topps Chrome · #RA-BW

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Bowman Chrome 1st Bowman

2020 · Bowman Chrome Prospects · #BCP-25 · 1st Bowman

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Bowman Chrome Prospect Autograph

2020 · Bowman Chrome · #CPA-BW · Chrome Prospect Autographs

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Values & Trends

Bobby Witt Jr. is a modern MLB market where demand is split between true RC-logo cards and earlier Bowman “1st” prospect cards. For most collectors, the easiest “index card” is his 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 rookie, while Topps Chrome Update #USC35 is the premium chromium upgrade. Higher-end prices tend to concentrate in on-card Bowman autos and low-serial Topps parallels, especially when the card is clean enough for gem grades.

Performance + awards matter: Witt’s market has stayed active because he pairs star-level production with elite defense at shortstop, which supports long-term collector demand.
Scarcity defines the ceiling: Numbered color parallels and on-card autographs are where the biggest recent sales snapshots usually show up.
Grade sensitivity is real: Modern paper and Chrome can look great in photos but miss top grades from centering and subtle surface lines, so PSA 10 premiums are often meaningful.

Buying Guide: How to Pick Bobby Witt Jr. Rookie Cards

Start with the flagship RC: 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 is the classic “one-card” pick and the easiest version to compare in recent sales.
Upgrade to Chrome on purpose: 2022 Topps Chrome Update #USC35 is the clean chromium lane with a deep parallel ladder if you want scarcity without jumping straight to autos.
Keep “1st Bowman” in its own bucket: 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospects #BCP-25 and 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospect Autographs #CPA-BW are prospect issues, not RC-logo rookies, but they can be the high-end chase cards. 1st Bowman vs rookie cards guide .
Use sold filters and set a walk-away number: Always compare the exact card number, the same parallel, and the same grade. eBay buying guide .
Grade only when it makes sense: For base cards, gem potential is the whole story. If fees and risk eat most of the upside, keep it raw. the $80 grading rule .
Know your grader: If you are comparing PSA vs other slabs, use our grading guide .

Full Rookie Card Checklist

Card	Year	#	Details	90d Avg RAW	90d Avg PSA 9	90d Avg PSA 10	eBay
Topps Series 2 Rookie Card Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Series 2	2022	660	—	—	—	—	eBay
Topps Chrome Update Rookie Card Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Chrome Update	2022	USC35	—	—	—	—	eBay
Topps Chrome Rookie Autographs Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Chrome Rookie Autographs Auto	2022	RA-BW		—	—	—	eBay
Bowman Chrome 1st Bowman Bobby Witt Jr. · Bowman Chrome Prospects 1st Bowman	2020	BCP-25		—	—	—	eBay
Bowman Chrome Prospect Autograph Bobby Witt Jr. · Bowman Chrome Chrome Prospect Autographs Auto	2020	CPA-BW		—	—	—	eBay
Topps Update Rookie Debut Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Update Rookie Debut	2022	US187		—	—	—	eBay
Topps Chrome Update Rookie Debut Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Chrome Update Rookie Debut	2022	USC176		—	—	—	eBay
Topps Heritage High Number Rookie Card Bobby Witt Jr. · Topps Heritage High Number	2022	520	—	—	—	—	eBay
Bowman Draft Chrome Draft Pick Autograph Bobby Witt Jr. · Bowman Draft Chrome Draft Pick Autographs Auto	2020	BMA-BWJ		—	—	—	eBay

True RCs, Autos, Serials and Bowman “1st”

For modern MLB, “true rookie card” usually means a Topps card with the official RC logo from the player’s rookie season. For Bobby Witt Jr., that core is anchored by 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 and Topps Chrome Update #USC35. “Rookie Debut” cards from Topps Update are popular rookie-year companions, but they are not the same thing as the main flagship RC. If you want to scale up, focus on on-card Bowman autographs, low-serial Topps parallels, and the cleanest grades rather than buying many base copies.

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Grading & Population

Witt’s key rookies are modern stock, so grading is mostly about gem potential and liquidity. Chrome cards can hide surface lines and micro-scratches, while paper rookies can show soft corners and edge wear that are easy to miss in listing photos.

For Topps Series 2 #660, prioritize sharp corners and clean edges, then confirm centering before paying a PSA 10 premium.
For Chrome Update #USC35, inspect surface and print lines under bright light, since those are common grade limiters.
If you are buying higher-priced slabs online, verify the label and slab details before you commit: quick fake slab checks

About Bobby Witt Jr.

Bobby Witt Jr., often shortened to BWJ, is a Kansas City Royals shortstop who became one of the defining all-around players of the 2020s. His market is driven by a rare combination of power, speed, and premium defense, plus award-level seasons that keep his flagship RCs liquid and his Bowman autos firmly in the high-end lane.

FAQ

What is Bobby Witt Jr.’s true rookie card?

For most collectors, the true RC-logo rookies are his 2022 Topps Series 2 #660 and 2022 Topps Chrome Update #USC35. Rookie Debut cards from 2022 Topps Update are popular rookie-year companions but are not the main flagship RC.

How much is a Bobby Witt Jr. rookie card worth?

It depends on the exact card, parallel, and grade. Base flagship rookies can be affordable, while gem grades, low-serial parallels, and on-card autographs can sell for much more. Use recent sold listings for the same version and grade as your pricing reference.

Which Bobby Witt Jr. rookie card is best to start with?

If you want one simple pick, start with 2022 Topps Series 2 #660. If you want a more premium look and a stronger parallel ladder, add 2022 Topps Chrome Update #USC35.

Is 1st Bowman a rookie card for Bobby Witt Jr.?

No. His 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospects #BCP-25 and Bowman autos are prospect issues that many collectors love, but they are not RC-logo rookies from his MLB rookie season.

Where can I buy Bobby Witt Jr. rookie cards?

Use the live listings link at the top of this page and search by set and card number. Filter by sold listings and grade so you can compare the exact version you want before you buy.

Should I grade Bobby Witt Jr. rookie cards?

Grading makes the most sense for clean copies with real gem potential, especially Topps Chrome Update and numbered parallels. For base paper cards, compare grading fees to expected resale and only submit the sharpest copies.