1989 Donruss Julio Franco #432
Julio Franco · Donruss · Base
Player
Julio Franco
Set
1989 Donruss
Year
1989
Card #
432
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - PSA 6 (EX-MT)
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent eBay sales for PSA 9 copies have settled around $20, while PSA 10 copies occasionally reach $75 for registry collectors.
Description
Standard 1989 Donruss baseball card featuring Julio Franco in his Cleveland Indians uniform. The design features a multi-colored green, blue, and black border and the iconic Chief Wahoo logo in the upper right. Franco is depicted in his signature batting stance.
Key Features
Includes the vintage Cleveland Indians Chief Wahoo logo. Franco is a legendary figure in baseball history, known for his longevity, playing professionally well into his late 40s.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card belongs to the 'Junk Wax' era and was overproduced by the millions. The card stock, matte finish, and dot-matrix printing pattern are consistent with authentic 1989 Donruss productions.
Flaws to Note
Visible whitening and wear on all four corners. Slight edge chipping on the top and left sides. Surface appears to have minor scuffing. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top and right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay. Not worth the fees of individual listing unless in GEM MINT condition. Local card shop 'dollar boxes' or garage sales are common outlets.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. The cost of grading ($20+) significantly exceeds the market value of the card in this condition. If selling, bundle it with other 1980s Cleveland Indians stars like Albert Belle or Cory Snyder to increase appeal.