1990 Donruss Mark Parent #101
Mark Parent · Donruss · Base
Player
Mark Parent
Set
1990 Donruss Baseball
Year
1990
Card #
#101
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card exhibits significant surface wear, visible white chipping on the bottom and right red borders, and soft/rounded corners (specifically the top right and bottom right). Centering is also noticeably shifted to the left.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. This is considered a 'common' card from the Junk Wax Era. It typically only sells as part of a complete set or to player-specific completionist collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.10
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs significantly exceed the market value of this specific card in its current condition.
Comparable Sales
Recent individual sales of this card are nearly non-existent. Large lots of 1990 Donruss (500+ cards) typically sell for $10-15. Individual copies of similar commons often sell for the minimum price on COMC ($0.25) but may sit for years without a buyer.
Description
A 1990 Donruss base card featuring San Diego Padres catcher Mark Parent in a batting stance. The card features the iconic 1990 Donruss red border design with black and yellow splatter patterns on the sides. Mark Parent is shown in his pinstriped Padres home jersey and brown helmet. Title text is in a stylized script at the top.
Key Features
Features a classic 'Junk Wax Era' design. Mark Parent was a notable journeyman catcher who played 13 seasons in MLB. This card is from the height of the baseball card production boom.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. The card stock, printing dot pattern, and design are consistent with mass-produced 1990 Donruss products. These cards are not targeted for counterfeiting due to their extreme overproduction and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Heavy white chipping along the red borders; soft, dinged corners at the bottom right; noticeable surface scratches/pitting on the gloss; centering is heavy toward the left side; slight edge wear on the top border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk (bulk 'commons' boxes), as part of a 1990 Donruss complete set on eBay, or at a local card show in a dime bin. Individual listing on eBay is not recommended due to shipping costs outweighing the card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. To maximize value, include it in a San Diego Padres team lot or a 1990 Donruss set. If shipping, a plain white envelope (PWE) is the only cost-effective method for a card of this value.