1990 Donruss Terry Steinbach All Star #697
Terry Steinbach · Donruss · Base / All Star Subset
Player
Terry Steinbach
Set
1990 Donruss
Year
1990
Card #
697
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits typical centering issues prevalent in 1990 Donruss, with slightly soft corners and common chippable red borders.
Category
Base / All Star Subset
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. As part of the overproduced junk wax era, supply vastly exceeds demand. Primarily sought after by Oakland A's team collectors or those completing the 1990 base set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales show this card selling for roughly $0.25 to $1.00 as part of larger lots. PSA 10 examples occasionally reach $40-50, but PSA 9 and lower usually sell for less than the cost of the grading fee.
Description
This 1990 Donruss Terry Steinbach card features the Oakland Athletics catcher in his All-Star subset design. The card is characterized by the iconic vibrant red borders with black paint-splatter accents. Steinbach is shown in a batting stance wearing the classic A's home white uniform. The top left corner features the 'Donruss 90' logo with a yellow star, and the bottom right features the American League Eagle logo.
Key Features
Features a 3-time All-Star and 1989 World Series Champion. Part of the visually distinct 1990 Donruss red-border set, which is a staple of the 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is from a high-production era and is not a target for counterfeiting. Authentic card stock is semi-glossy paper with a greyish-brown back.
Flaws to Note
Significant top-to-bottom centering bias. Red borders are highly prone to showing white edge wear and corner chipping. Surface may have typical 1990 print dots (snow).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk lots on eBay, or at a local card shop's 'quarter box.' Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as grading fees will far exceed the market value. Best used as a 'placeholder' or sold as part of a 1990 Donruss complete set or an Oakland A's team lot.