1982 Donruss Rickey Henderson #123
Rickey Henderson · Donruss · Base / Early Career
Player
Rickey Henderson
Set
1982 Donruss Base
Year
1982
Card #
#123
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly off-left, typical for 1982 Donruss. Top corners show slight softening.
Category
Base / Early Career
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Rickey Henderson is a Top-50 all-time player with a dedicated collector base, though his 1980 Topps rookie is the primary driver of value.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $15-25, PSA 7: $35-45, PSA 8: $75-90
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales hover between $6 and $10 for similar centered copies. PSA 8s recently sold for $85. PSA 9s vary wildly but can reach $300+.
Description
A classic early-career Rickey Henderson card from the 1982 Donruss set. Features the 'Man of Steal' in his Oakland Athletics home white uniform, holding a bat. The design includes the iconic 'Donruss 82' logo in the top right and a baseball/bat nameplate at the bottom.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic early career card (3rd year Donruss issue), high-action photography typical of the 80s Donruss era.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture for the 1982 era, distinct orange-red border tones, and appropriate font for the player nameplate. High confidence.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering bias (approx 70/30 or worse). Minor edge wear on the right side. Softness on the top-left corner as viewed from front.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with Best Offer) or COMC for easy processing of mid-grade vintage.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this specific copy. The centering and corner wear will prevent it from reaching the PSA 9/10 threshold where grading justifies the cost. List with 'Off-Center' or 'OC' in the title for transparency.