1990 Donruss Jeff Reardon #242
Jeff Reardon · Donruss · Base
Player
Jeff Reardon
Set
1990 Donruss Base
Year
1990
Card #
#242
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Likely lower due to severe edge wear, corner rounding, and centering issues.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche - Part of the overproduced 'Junk Wax' era; primarily sought by team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.10
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales show 1990 Donruss base commons selling for pennies in bulk; mint PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $50, but low-grade copies have no resale market individually.
Description
Featured in his Minnesota Twins uniform, this 1990 Donruss card shows pitcher Jeff Reardon in his iconic windup delivery. The card features the vibrant red borders with black paint-splatter patterns characteristic of the 1990 Donruss set.
Key Features
Includes 4-time All-Star and 1987 World Series Champion Jeff Reardon; iconic 'Junk Wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic card stock with the correct color saturation for 1990 Donruss; high confidence of authenticity as this card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production numbers.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on all four corners; heavy chipping on the red borders; centering is heavy toward the top and right; visible surface wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay or local flea markets; individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of the plastic slab is 20-50 times the value of the card itself. Include it in a 'Minnesota Twins' or 'Pitcher' bulk lot to move it effectively.