2004 Diamond Kings J.D. Drew Inscribed #147
J.D. Drew · Donruss (licensed under Playoff/Panini heritage) · Base / Inscribed Variation
Player
J.D. Drew
Set
2004 Diamond Kings Baseball (Donruss)
Year
2004
Card #
147
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits visible white chipping on the upper left corner and top edge. Centering remains slightly biased toward the top-right. Surface appears clean of major scratches, though edge wear on matte stock is common for this set.
Category
Base / Inscribed Variation
Manufacturer
Donruss (licensed under Playoff/Panini heritage)
Demand Level
Low. J.D. Drew is a respected veteran but does not command a premium in the current vintage or modern markets. Demand is limited to Braves team set builders or Diamond Kings set completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $5-8, PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-25. Grading is not recommended as fees exceed the market value.
Comparable Sales
Similar base and subset cards from 2004 Diamond Kings typically sell for $0.99 to $1.99 on eBay as 'filler' cards for sets. Graded copies of non-hall-of-famers from this set are rarely seen due to low ROI.
Description
This 2004 Diamond Kings J.D. Drew card features the classic 'canvas' texture aesthetic the brand is known for. The card depicts Drew in his Atlanta Braves uniform mid-swing. It belongs to the 'Inscribed' subset, denoted by the script text 'Inscribed' above the inner frame. The design features a white border with the Braves logo at the bottom center.
Key Features
Features a former All-Star and World Series champion in a Braves uniform; classic Diamond Kings artistic design; 'Inscribed' subset variation.
Authenticity Indicators
Matte canvas-style card stock typical of 2004 Donruss Diamond Kings; correct font for 'Inscribed' script; legitimate manufacturer logos. Confidence: High. Not a common target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant white corner wear/chipping on the top-left corner; minor edge whitening along the top; centering is shifted approximately 60/40 toward the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or in a regional Braves team lot.
Selling Tips
This card is best sold as part of a lot of J.D. Drew cards or a 2004 Braves team set lot to save on shipping. If selling individually, use 'Standard Envelope' for shipping to keep costs under $1.00. Keywords: J.D. Drew, Braves, 2004 Diamond Kings, Inscribed.