1990 Swell Baseball Greats Don Baylor #22
Don Baylor · Swell (Philadelphia Gum) · Base / Legends Set
Player
Don Baylor
Set
1990 Swell Baseball Greats
Year
1990
Card #
#22
Condition Grade
PSA 3-4 (VG-EX) due to significant edge wear and corner blunting
Category
Base / Legends Set
Manufacturer
Swell (Philadelphia Gum)
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Baylor is a respected figure, but this is a secondary market set from a high-production era.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $60-80 (grading not recommended for this specific card due to condition)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw Swell common/minor stars range from $0.50 to $1.50 in lots. High-grade PSA 10s of stars in this set occasionally reach $50, but mid-grade copies remain at bulk pricing.
Description
This 1990 Swell Baseball Greats card features 1979 AL MVP Don Baylor in his Boston Red Sox uniform. The card has a distinct yellow border with 'BASEBALL GREATS' text and the 'Swell' logo. Baylor is shown in a classic batting stance. This set was produced by the Philadelphia Gum Company and is known for its nostalgic look back at baseball legends and retirees.
Key Features
Includes 1979 MVP Don Baylor; iconic yellow-border design characteristic of early 90s junk-era specialty sets.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is from the 'junk wax' era and is not commonly counterfeited. Authentic cards feature cardstock of standard thickness and matte finish typical of 1990 production.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping along the left vertical edge and bottom left corner; visible corner rounding; centering appears slightly shifted to the left.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay, or through a platform like COMC if sending many cards at once. Individual sale value is lower than most shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will exceed the card's value. List as part of a Boston Red Sox team lot or a Don Baylor player lot to attract collectors.