1990 Donruss Billy Ripken Error Inverted Photo #372
Billy Ripken · Donruss · Base Card / Error
Player
Billy Ripken
Set
1990 Donruss Base
Year
1990
Card #
372
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX) - Centering 70/30, Soft Corners, Edge Chipping, Notable Surface Scuffs
Category
Base Card / Error
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate / Niche - Collectors of error cards or 'Junk Wax' enthusiasts specifically seek these out.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20.00-30.00, PSA 9: $45.00-60.00, PSA 10: $150.00-200.00 (Current copy is likely not worth grading)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 10 copies have reached $200, but this condition is significantly lower.
Description
A classic 1990 Donruss base card featuring Billy Ripken of the Baltimore Orioles. The card utilizes the brand's iconic bright red 'splatter' border design. This specific card is a known error variety where the image of Billy Ripken holding his bat is printed upside down relative to the text on the card frame.
Key Features
Major printing error (Inverted Photo); Hall of Fame brother (Cal Ripken Jr.); Iconic Junk Wax era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock thickness for the period; appropriate dot patterns in the printing; no known reprints of this specific minor error exist. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant edge chipping along the red borders; top-right corner shows a visible ding/softness; the vertical centering is heavy toward the top; surface shows visible handling wear/scuffing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost BIN), COMC, or Local Card Show 'Dollar Boxes'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee exceeds the value of the card in this condition. List as '1990 Donruss Billy Ripken Upside Down Error' to capture searches. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping to prevent further edge chipping.