1989 Donruss Jerald Clark Rookie #645
Jerald Clark · Donruss · Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Jerald Clark
Set
1989 Donruss Base Set
Year
1989
Card #
645
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG-EX) to PSA 4 (VG). Card shows significant edge chipping on the black borders, a major top-right corner softening/crease, and surface scratches.
Category
Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. From an era of massive overproduction, primarily of interest to Padres team completionists or '89 Donruss set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60. Note: Grading this specific card is not recommended due to high damage.
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales for similar lower-condition 1989 Donruss base rookies range from $0.10 to $0.50. High-grade (PSA 10) examples occasionally sell for $40+, but this card does not meet that condition threshold.
Description
Featured here is the 1989 Donruss Jerald Clark rookie card, featuring the San Diego Padres outfielder in a classic batting stance. The card utilizes the iconic 1989 Donruss design with black side borders and green top/bottom headers.
Key Features
Official Rookie Card (RC) of Jerald Clark. Classic 1989 Donruss 'Junk Wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. This card belongs to the mass-produced junk wax era and has no known counterfeits. Card stock and ink patterns match original 1989 Donruss production.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the black side borders; heavy corner wear (specifically top right and bottom left); surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the jersey and helmet; likely surface indentations.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot of 1980s cards or a San Diego Padres team set on eBay or at a local card show 'dollar bin.'
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($15+) exceeds the market value of the card by a wide margin. List it as 'Filler' for a set builder or include it in a San Diego Padres fan bundle.