1986 Star Court Kings Danny Ainge #2
Danny Ainge · Star Company · Base Insert / Oversized Style
Player
Danny Ainge
Set
1986 Star Court Kings
Year
1986
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) / PSA 8 (NM-MT)
Category
Base Insert / Oversized Style
Manufacturer
Star Company
Demand Level
Moderate. High appeal for Celtics team collectors and Star Company completists. Ainge is a popular figure in NBA history, keeping demand stable.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $40-60, PSA 7: $80-120, PSA 8: $200-300
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $20-$35 on eBay. Graded PSA 7 examples have seen sales ranging from $90-$110, while PSA 9 examples are rare and can exceed $500 due to the sensitivity of the green borders.
Description
This 1986 Star Court Kings card features Danny Ainge of the Boston Celtics going for a layup. The card features a vibrant green border characteristic of Celtics team colors and includes the iconic leprechaun logo in the bottom left. The 'STAR '86' logo is positioned in the upper right corner. This card was part of an oversized poly-bagged set issued by the Star Company during their brief tenure as the official NBA card producer before Fleer.
Key Features
Produced by the Star Company which held the NBA license from 1983-1986; Iconic Boston Celtics 80s era memorabilia; Features a key contributor to the 1986 Championship team.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Correct logo font for 'STAR 86'; proper green saturation; card stock thickness is consistent with mid-80s Star issues. Note: While many Star cards were reprinted (Shop at Home scandals), the Court Kings set is less commonly counterfeited than the '84-85 Jordan.
Flaws to Note
The centering appears slightly heavy toward the top and right. Bottom-right corner shows extremely minor white touch/softness. Green borders on Star cards are notorious for showing chipping and edge wear, though this example appears relatively clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay and COMC are the best platforms for Star Company singles. High-grade (PSA 8+) examples may find success through specialty basketball card Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Star cards are difficult to grade because PSA only resumed grading them recently after a long hiatus. Mention 'Non-RP' (Non-Reprint) in your title. Ensure high-resolution scans are provided to show the sharp green edges, as this is the primary driver of value. Keep in a penny sleeve and semi-rigid holder to prevent edge chipping.