1991 Leaf Ray Lankford RC #336
Ray Lankford · Leaf (Donruss) · Rookie Card
Player
Ray Lankford
Set
1991 Leaf Series 2
Year
1991
Card #
#336
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is shifted significantly left-to-right (approx 70/30). Top-right and bottom-right corners show visible white wear/touching. Surface exhibits several light scratches in the silver border area.
Category
Rookie Card
Manufacturer
Leaf (Donruss)
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Lankford is a fan favorite for Cardinals collectors, but there is a massive supply of this card from the 'Junk Wax' era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $120-150. Based on condition, grading cost would likely exceed the card's final market value.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1.00 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled around $130, but lower grades (PSA 8 and below) often sell for less than the cost of the plastic slab ($10-20).
Description
Featured is a 1991 Leaf rookie card of St. Louis Cardinals star center fielder Ray Lankford. The card features an action photo of Lankford on the basepaths against a deep blue background with a crisp silver border. This set was known for its premium card stock and high-gloss finish compared to contemporary products from the junk wax era.
Key Features
True Rookie Card (RC) of a St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famer; iconic early 90s Leaf 'premium' design; high-gloss finish.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card features the correct 'Leaf' script logo and St. Louis Cardinals team emblem. High-gloss stock is consistent with 1991 Leaf production. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume in the early 90s.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering bias. Softening of the right-side corners. Visual silver surface scratches and light chipping along the bottom edge. Potential gum or wax residue on reverse (unseen).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Cardinals team set or a bulk rookie lot on eBay. Also suitable for COMC (Check Out My Cards) or a local card shop's quarter box.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will outweigh the return. List on eBay using 'Standard Envelope' for cheap shipping to attract budget collectors. Use keywords like 'Ray Lankford RC', '1991 Leaf', and 'Cardinals Rookie'.