1987 Donruss Reggie Jackson #317
Reggie Jackson · Donruss · Base Card
Player
Reggie Jackson
Set
1987 Donruss Base Set
Year
1987
Card #
317
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) / BGS 8.0 - Centering appears slightly heavy towards the left; corners seem sharp but the photo shows slight edge whitening on the lower left; surface appears clean but common for 1987 Donruss to have wax stains or black ink print dots.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate / Niche - Collectors of HOFers and Yankees enthusiasts maintain steady demand, but high supply from the era keeps market value low for raw copies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 9 graded copies consistently sell in the $25-$30 range, while PSA 10 copies have seen peaks near $180 depending on the market volume.
Description
A classic 1987 Donruss Reggie Jackson card featuring 'Mr. October' in his New York Yankees uniform. The card sports the iconic 1987 Donruss 'black and gold' aesthetic with a green inner border design for this specific segment of the set. Jackson is captured in a powerful batting stance, with his name, position (Outfield), and team (New York) clearly displayed in text at the bottom. The 'D' Donruss logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; late-career card featuring Reggie Jackson as a Yankee; iconic 1987 Donruss 'Rated Rookie' era card design; high-grade copies (PSA 10) are becoming increasingly desirable for set registries.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. This is a common card from the 'junk wax' era and is rarely counterfeited. Correct card stock thickness and period-accurate matte finish on the front face.
Flaws to Note
Centering shift toward the left border is visible. Potential minor corner wear on the bottom left. The black borders of the 1987 set are notorious for showing 'chipping' white marks, which significantly impacts the grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or listed individually on COMC (Check Out My Cards). Local card shops may buy in bulk, but individual sales are best online.
Selling Tips
Grading is only recommended if the card is perfectly centered and flawlessly sharp, as only a PSA 10 grade covers the cost of grading and yields a significant profit. For raw sales, use clear photos of all four corners and the back. Use keywords like 'Reggie Jackson Yankees,' 'HOF,' and '1987 Donruss' in your title.