1991 Leaf Ray Lankford #288
Ray Lankford · Leaf (Donruss/AIG) · Base
Player
Ray Lankford
Set
1991 Leaf Series 1
Year
1991
Card #
#288
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Surface scratches, heavy edge chipping, and corner rounding issues visible.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Leaf (Donruss/AIG)
Demand Level
Low - Niche. Primary demand comes from St. Louis Cardinals team set collectors or Lankford player completists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds actual value for this specific copy).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for 25 cents to a dollar in better condition than this. PSA 10 gem mint copies occasionally sell for $60-80, but lower grades usually have no active market.
Description
A 1991 Leaf Series 1 Ray Lankford card featuring the St. Louis Cardinals center fielder in a baserunning action pose. The card features a grey border with the classic cursive Leaf logo in the top left and the Cardinals circular logo in the bottom right.
Key Features
Ray Lankford was a fan favorite and a 1997 All-Star; 1991 Leaf was considered a premium set during the 'Junk Wax' era due to higher quality card stock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card displays the correct card stock thickness for 1991 Leaf and the legitimate black ink saturation for the nameplate. This card is not currently targeted for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface scratching on the lower image area, whitening/chipping on the bottom right edge, rounding on the bottom left corner, and a noticeable white mark/dent on the grass area near the player's legs.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a player or team lot), COMC, or a 'Dollar Box' at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of the plastic holder is significantly higher than the market value of the card in this condition. It is best sold as part of a lot of 1991 Leaf or a Rays Lankford collection to save on shipping costs.