1992 Donruss Ken Griffey Jr. #245
Ken Griffey Jr. · Donruss · Base
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1992 Donruss Series 1
Year
1992
Card #
#245
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering is slightly heavy to the left (approx 60/40); corners appear sharp through the holder, but surfaces of 1992 Donruss are prone to minor chipping and wax residue.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate. While Griffey Jr. is always in demand, the high supply of 1992 Donruss makes this a 'filler' card for most collectors unless it is in Gem Mint (PSA 10) condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.00 plus shipping. PSA 9 copies consistently sell for under $35, while rare PSA 10 examples have reached $150+.
Description
A classic early-90s representation of 'The Kid,' this 1992 Donruss card features Ken Griffey Jr. in his iconic batting stance for the Seattle Mariners. The design includes a blue-to-white gradient border on a semi-glossy card stock with the Donruss '92 branding at the top. The reverse typically features player stats and a small headshot.
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame legend during his prime; iconic 'Junk Wax' era design; highly recognizable photography.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to its mass production during the junk wax era. Standard wood-pulp card stock and correct dot-matrix printing patterns are visible.
Flaws to Note
Oversized left border indicates minor centering issues common for this set. Light surface scratches may be present but are obscured by the top loader. The blue borders are notoriously susceptible to corner whitening.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in 'player lots' on eBay or through COMC. Individual raw sales are best suited for local card shop 'dollar bins' due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a flawless PSA 10, as the grading fee will exceed the market value of a PSA 9 or lower. If selling, group it with other Griffey cards to maximize shipping efficiency.