2005 Donruss Champions Jose Vidro Game-Used Bat #336
Jose Vidro · Donruss (Playoff Corp.) · Relic / Game-Used Bat
Player
Jose Vidro
Set
2005 Donruss Champions
Year
2005
Card #
#336
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Visible edge chipping and corner wear on thick card stock.
Category
Relic / Game-Used Bat
Manufacturer
Donruss (Playoff Corp.)
Demand Level
Niche - Low. Jose Vidro is a former All-Star but does not have a large 'hall of fame' level following. Market is limited to Nationals team collectors and Vidro player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-25 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds the market value of this specific card).
Comparable Sales
Recent similar common player bat relics from 2005 Donruss Champions routinely sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping on eBay. Graded copies of this specific player are nearly non-existent due to low ROI.
Description
2005 Donruss Champions Jose Vidro card featuring a landscape orientation with an authentic piece of game-used bat embedded. The card design utilizes a red, white, and blue motif with stars, representing his tenure with the Washington Nationals. Includes the Donruss Champions 2005 logo and gold-foil team name.
Key Features
Features an authentic piece of game-used equipment (bat); classic mid-2000s Donruss design; features Vidro in the inaugural season of the Washington Nationals.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The textured wood grain of the bat relic is consistent with MLB-issued relics of that era; the holofoil stamps and card stock thickness are correct for the Donruss Champions set.
Flaws to Note
Significant white chipping on the bottom-left and right edges (very common for 2005 Donruss Champions thick cards); corner softening; minor surface scratches; centering appears slightly heavily weighted toward the bottom edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now/Best Offer) or COMC (Check Out My Cards). This card is best suited for a 'Dollar Bin' or as part of a lot of Nationals cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of professional grading (approx $20+) is significantly higher than the card's potential sale price. List with clear photos of the relic thickness and use keywords like 'Nats', 'Game Used', and 'Relic'.