1991 Donruss Nolan Ryan #111
Nolan Ryan · Donruss · Base
Player
Nolan Ryan
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
#111
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy to the left (approx 60/40). Top-left and bottom-right corners show minor whitening/softening. Surface has visible print spots and minor edge chipping on the blue border.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate. While Nolan Ryan remains one of the most collected players in history, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions. Demand is steady for high-grade copies (PSA 10) but very low for raw or mid-grade copies.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $40-60, PSA 10: $150-250
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay consistently fall between $0.99 and $1.99. PSA 9 examples recently sold for $45. PSA 10 examples command a premium of around $200 due to the difficulty of getting a perfect grade on sensitive 1991 blue borders.
Description
Featured in the striking blue-bordered 1991 Donruss design, this card showcases MLB legend Nolan Ryan in his Texas Rangers uniform. The action shot captures 'The Ryan Express' in his iconic delivery phase. The card features the classic Donruss '91 logo in the upper left and the Rangers team logo in the bottom left corner.
Key Features
Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan; iconic early '90s design; high nostalgia value; difficult to find in Gem Mint condition due to sensitive blue borders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. This is a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era and is not frequently counterfeited. The card stock is standard 1991 Donruss pulp-based paper and the print pattern is consistent with period-correct offset lithography.
Flaws to Note
Visible corner wear on the top-left; minor white chipping along the blue side edges; centering is slightly off-center towards the left margin; small red 'fisheye' print defect near the glove area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop dollar bins. This card is best sold in bulk with other Nolan Ryan cards rather than as a single item due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is perfect. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of a PSA 7 or 8. If selling, use an 'eBay Standard Envelope' for cheap shipping. To maximize value, bundle it into a 'Nolan Ryan Rangers Player Lot'.