1982 Donruss Rod Carew #125
Rod Carew · Donruss · Base Card
Player
Rod Carew
Set
1982 Donruss Base
Year
1982
Card #
#125
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears shifted slightly to the left, corners show visible softening/wear, and the card surface appears dull which is common for this high-acid stock.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Rod Carew is a legendary hitter with a dedicated collector base, but this specific year is part of the 'Junk Wax' era with high production numbers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $75-100, PSA 10: $450+
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell in lots for pennies; individual sales on eBay range from $0.99 to $2.00 including shipping. PSA 9 copies have recently sold in the $80 range, while PSA 10s are rare and command a significant premium.
Description
This 1982 Donruss Rod Carew card features the Hall of Fame first baseman in his California Angels uniform. The design is classic early 80s Donruss, featuring a baseball bat graphic at the bottom containing the player name and position. The top right corner displays the '82' Donruss logo. The card captures Carew in a mid-action batting stance.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player; iconic 1982 Donruss design; features Carew during his successful tenure with the California Angels.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is printed on the correct porous card stock of the era and features the distinct 'pixelated' look of 80s lithographic printing. This card is not frequently counterfeited due to its high population and modest raw value.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues (top/bottom and left/right balance); soft corners particularly on the bottom right; common edge chipping associated with early Donruss paper stock; possible surface 'snowing' or print dots commonly found in this year.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or low-cost BIN), COMC, or local card shop dollar bins. This card's value is lower than the cost of shipping as a single unit unless it is in Gem Mint condition.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (PSA 10 contender), as grading fees will exceed the market value. Sell it as part of a Rod Carew player lot or a 1982 Donruss set starter lot to maximize value. Use 'Non-Machinable' PWE (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs down.