1984 Donruss Tom Seaver #427
Tom Seaver · Donruss · Base Card / Hall of Fame
Player
Tom Seaver
Set
1984 Donruss Base Set
Year
1984
Card #
#427
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6 (EX-MT). The centering is noticeably shifted to the right (about 65/35). Top left corner appears slightly soft. The image focus is typical for the era but the shadow across the photo prevents a higher surface grade.
Category
Base Card / Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate. Tom Seaver collectors are consistent, but base cards from 1984 have extremely high population counts, keeping prices stable and supply high.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15; PSA 8: $20-30; PSA 9: $60-80; PSA 10: $350+
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 8 copies have recently sold for approximately $25.00.
Description
This 1984 Donruss Tom Seaver card features 'Tom Terrific' in his return to the New York Mets. The card design includes a vibrant multi-colored wavy line pattern at the bottom, which is iconic to the 1984 Donruss set. The 'D 84' logo is prominently placed in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame legend (Tom Seaver) in his classic Mets uniform. This card is part of one of the most popular and aesthetically pleasing sets of the 1980s Junk Wax era.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to low raw market value. The paper stock and dot-matrix printing patterns are consistent with early 80s Donruss production.
Flaws to Note
Significant right-side centering bias. Minor edge wear visible on the left side. The card appears to be in a soft penny sleeve but lacks a rigid top-loader for protection against bends.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold on eBay as a 'Buy It Now' or as part of a Hall of Fame player lot. Also suitable for COMC (Check Out My Cards) or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee will far exceed the card's value at this estimated grade. Place into a rigid top-loader immediately. Use keywords like 'NY Mets', 'Hall of Fame', and 'HOF' in the title.