1983 Donruss Roberto Clemente Hall of Fame Diamond King #1
Roberto Clemente · Donruss · Insert / Tribute
Player
Roberto Clemente
Set
1983 Donruss Hall of Fame Diamond Kings
Year
1983
Card #
1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right on the inner frame, but corners look sharp against the dark borders.
Category
Insert / Tribute
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Clemente is a perennially collected legend, but this is a mass-produced era card with high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $60-80, PSA 10: $350-500+
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $2 to $10 depending on condition. PSA 9 examples recently sold between $65 and $85. PSA 10 copies command a high premium due to the difficulty of finding perfect black borders.
Description
Featured here is the iconic 1983 Donruss Roberto Clemente Diamond King, part of a special Hall of Fame insert series. The card features Perez-Steele artwork of the Pirates legend set against the flag of Puerto Rico. The design includes a black outer border with a rounded inner frame, listing Clemente's career achievements such as his .317 average and 3000 hits.
Key Features
Hall of Fame subject; Perez-Steele commissioned artwork; First year of Donruss Hall of Fame Diamond King subsets; Iconic imagery celebrating Clemente's heritage.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to high production volume in the early 80s. Authentic cards feature sharp lithographic printing and correct card stock thickness characteristic of 1980s Donruss production.
Flaws to Note
Black borders are extremely prone to edge chipping and visible corner wear. Centering on these cards often runs heavy toward the left or right. Minor surface scuffing may be present on the high-gloss finish.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (fixed price with Best Offer), COMC, or local card shows. This card is best sold as part of a lot or through high-volume platforms.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10 candidate, as grading costs will exceed the value of a mid-grade card. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader immediately to prevent chipping of the black borders. Use 'Clemente Diamond King' and 'Pirates' in the title.