1990 Bowman Paul Coleman #283
Paul Coleman · Bowman · Base
Player
Paul Coleman
Set
1990 Bowman
Year
1990
Card #
283
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) to PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to noticeable top edge chipping, corner wear, and slight off-center borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Bowman
Demand Level
Low. Primarily of interest to team collectors, set builders, or player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5-10, PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-25
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales of similar common 1990 Bowman cards typically range from $0.25 to $1.00 depending on platform and shipping costs.
Description
Offering a vintage 1990 Bowman baseball card featuring St. Louis Cardinals player Paul Coleman, card #283. The card features a classic border design with a color photograph of Coleman holding his bat, wearing the iconic Cardinals home pinstripe jersey with the birds on the bat logo. The Bowman logo is featured prominently in the top left corner.
Key Features
Part of the nostalgic 1990 Bowman set, known for its oversized feel and vibrant colored borders, featuring a classic vintage era player for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and printing dot patterns consistent with authentic 1990 Bowman production. High confidence as this card is not a target for counterfeiters due to low market value.
Flaws to Note
Visible chipping along the top white border, light corner softening, and slightly heavier border weighting toward the right side.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best as part of a bulk or set lot), or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Not economically viable to grade due to high grading fees relative to the card's low raw value. Best sold raw as part of a team or complete set lot, protected in a penny sleeve and top loader if sold individually.