2005 Donruss Elite Series Robinson Cano Rookie #ES-18
Robinson Cano · Donruss · Insert / Rookie Insert
Player
Robinson Cano
Set
2005 Donruss Elite Series
Year
2005
Card #
#ES-18
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (NM) - The card shows noticeable edge wear along the left border with silver chipping, minor whitening on the bottom left and bottom right corners, and surface glare/light scratches.
Category
Insert / Rookie Insert
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Cano is a recognized star with impressive career statistics, interest in his non-autographed base inserts has softened following PED suspensions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $5.00 - $10.00, PSA 8: $12.00 - $20.00, PSA 9: $25.00 - $40.00
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of 2005 Donruss Elite inserts for player prospects and secondary stars typically sell between $1.00 and $3.00 on eBay. Higher-grade serial-numbered parallels sell in the $10-$20 range.
Description
2005 Donruss Elite Series insert card featuring New York Yankees star rookie Robinson Cano. The card showcases a full-length photo of Cano wearing his away Yankee #22 jersey against a dark blue gradient backdrop, set within an elegant silver foil and faux-marble border design with the Donruss Elite logo.
Key Features
Rookie year insert card featuring 8x All-Star and World Series Champion Robinson Cano in his iconic New York Yankees uniform.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence is High. Standard Donruss card stock, clean silver foil stamping on the logo and text, accurate period fonts and player photo. Not a target for counterfeiting due to moderate market value.
Flaws to Note
Chipping and surface wear along the dark outer metallic border, particularly along the left vertical edge; minor corner softness at the bottom edge; surface light reflection indicates potential fine scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a buy-it-now listing with best offer or in a low-cost lot), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card trade nights/flea markets.
Selling Tips
Do not submit for professional grading, as grading fees ($15-$25+) will exceed the total market value of the graded card. Ship safely in a penny sleeve, top loader, and eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs low.