Nickname: “RJ” / “Superman”
Birthplace: Pensacola, Florida, USA
Weight Class: Middle / Super Middle / Light Heavy / Heavy
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 66 – 9 (47 KOs)
Years Active: 1989 – 2023
Biography
An Olympic silver medalist and four-division world champion, Jones was arguably the most athletic fighter of his era. His reflexes, creativity, and dominance from 1993 to 2004 were unmatched.
In the Hobby
Jones’s rookie marks the birth of modern American boxing cards, featuring photography and glossy finish.
Rookie & Early Issues
1991 Kayo Boxing #231 (USA): true rookie card.
1992 ProLine Portraits (USA): early insert issue.
Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1991 Kayo Boxing
Rookie Year: 1991
Recent Notable Sales: 1991 Kayo (PSA 10) — $675 (2024)
Legacy
Jones’s rookie represents peak ’90s athletic flash — a card synonymous with speed and style.