1991 Donruss Sid Bream #146
Sid Bream · Donruss · Base
Player
Sid Bream
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
#146
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). Centering is noticeably shifted to the right. The bottom right corner shows visible fraying and white exposed cardstock. The top edge has minor chipping issues common with this set's green borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. The card belongs to the overproduced late 80s/early 90s era. Demand is primarily from team collectors or those completing the full 1991 set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00, PSA 10: $45.00 - $60.00 (Note: Grading fees exceed market value).
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show individual raw copies of this card selling for $0.99 with free shipping (netting the seller nearly $0). High-grade PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for $20-$40 to registry collectors, but this specimen does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
A classic 1991 Donruss card featuring Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Sid Bream. The card features the controversial 'neon green' border design with multi-colored stripe accents along the left and right sides. Bream is shown in a defensive crouch wearing the classic Pirates road grey uniform and black cap. The Pirates logo is prominently displayed in the bottom left diamond.
Key Features
Features Sid Bream, a beloved figure in Pirates and Braves history known for 'The Slide' in the 1992 NLCS. The 1991 Donruss set is iconic for its bold green color scheme and massive production volume during the 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card shows correct period-accurate cardstock, dot-matrix printing patterns in the photo, and the specific matte finish characteristic of 1991 Donruss. This card is not targeted for counterfeiting due to its high supply and low value.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias. Visible corner wear on the bottom right and top right. Minor chipping on the sensitive green borders. These issues would likely prevent a high-grade designation.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk team lot or set on eBay, or placed in a 'quarter bin' at a local card show. Selling as a single item online is generally not cost-effective due to shipping fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will far outweigh any potential sale price. Bundle it with other 1990s Pirates cards or Sid Bream cards to increase appeal. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping if sold individually.