1982 Donruss Mike Schmidt 1981 Home Run King #4
Mike Schmidt · Donruss · Base / Statistical King Subset
Player
Mike Schmidt
Set
1982 Donruss
Year
1982
Card #
#4
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is strongly shifted to the right (approx 70/30). Corners show slight blunting, and edges have typical Donruss rough-cut characteristics.
Category
Base / Statistical King Subset
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Schmidt is a premier HOFer with a dedicated fan base, but this specific card was mass-produced during the 'junk wax' era transition and has high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-8, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 8 examples typically sell for $25. This specific card's value is limited by the centering issues common to 1982 Donruss.
Description
A classic early-80s Donruss card featuring Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt holding his hardware. This 1982 Donruss card celebrates his 1981 Home Run King title. The card features a white border with a red-and-orange inner frame and Schmidt in his iconic Phillies pinstripes.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt; part of the early years of Donruss baseball production; celebrates his strike-shortened but dominant 1981 season.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows correct age-appropriate oxidation (slight off-white/cream back); lithographic dot patterns are consistent with early 80s mass production; no signs of trimming visible in photos.
Flaws to Note
Obvious right-side centering bias; top-right corner shows visible whitening/wear; minor surface dimple visible near the bottom right border; standard 1982 Donruss rough edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/standard envelope listing), COMC, or as part of a Phillies-themed 'lot' to minimize shipping costs relative to card value.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering flaw and high population in higher grades, this card is not a candidate for professional grading. It is best sold raw. Use high-resolution scans to show the corners and list under 'Mike Schmidt 1982 Donruss #4'.