1990 Donruss Kelly Gruber #193
Kelly Gruber · Donruss · Base
Player
Kelly Gruber
Set
1990 Donruss
Year
1990
Card #
#193
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Poor centering, significant corner softening, edge chipping, and surface spotting visible.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Primarily sought by Blue Jays team collectors or set builders of the 1990 Donruss series.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: This card is not worth the cost of grading in this condition.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. PSA 10 examples have sold for $40-60, but copies in this specific condition are considered 'common' filler and have no significant resale premium.
Description
Featured here is a 1990 Donruss baseball card of Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kelly Gruber. The card features the iconic bright red border with black and blue splatter effects characteristic of the 1990 Donruss set. Gruber is shown in his road gray Blue Jays uniform in a classic batting stance. The reverse contains player stats and biographical information.
Key Features
Kelly Gruber was a fan favorite and 1990 All-Star/Gold Glove winner for the Blue Jays. The 1990 Donruss set is an iconic design of the 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card stock and print pattern are consistent with mass-produced 1990 Donruss cards. This card is not a target for counterfeiting due to its high supply and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Corners are significantly rounded/softened. There is visible edge wear and white chipping along the red borders. Centering is shifted toward the left. Small surface pits or print defects are visible on the red border.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk lot on eBay or Mercari, or placed in a 'quarter bin' at a local card show or shop. Shipping individually is generally not cost-effective.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fee far exceeds the market value. List it as part of a Toronto Blue Jays team set or a 1990 Donruss starter lot to maximize utility to a buyer.