1990 Donruss Cal Ripken Jr. #187
Cal Ripken Jr. · Donruss · Base
Player
Cal Ripken Jr.
Set
1990 Donruss Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#187
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is significantly shifted to the right. Notable corner wear on bottom left and top right. Minor edge chipping/white spots visible on the red borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Cal Ripken Jr. remains a highly collected Hall of Famer, but this specific card was mass-produced in the millions, leading to high availability.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $5-8, PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $30-45, PSA 10: $250-350
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $1 plus shipping. PSA 9 copies regularly sell between $25 and $40. PSA 10 copies are the only version with significant value, often reaching $300+, but this specific card would not achieve that grade.
Description
Featured is a 1990 Donruss Cal Ripken Jr. #187. This card showcases the legendary Baltimore Orioles shortstop in a classic fielding stance. The design features a bold red border with black and orange 'splatter' accents, iconic to the 1990 Donruss set. The player name is printed in a white script at the top. This card is a staple of the 'Junk Wax' era.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame legend 'The Iron Man' Cal Ripken Jr. during his prime years following his 1983 MVP season; iconic early 90s design with vibrant red borders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. Low market value makes this card an unlikely target for counterfeiting. Correct card stock thickness and dot matrix printing pattern in the logo area are present.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias (heavy left border, thin right border). White chipping visible on the red edges, particularly the top edge. Softened corners at base. Potential surface scratches common with high-gloss 90s card stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or via eBay Standard Envelope), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Not recommended for major auction houses due to high population.
Selling Tips
Due to the centering and corner wear, grading is not recommended as the cost of grading will exceed the market value. Best sold as part of a Ripken player lot or a 1990 Donruss set-builder lot. If listing individually, use high-resolution photos to show clear borders.