1991 Donruss R.J. Reynolds #142
R.J. Reynolds · Donruss · Base
Player
R.J. Reynolds
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
142
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is heavily shifted to the top-right; visible white chipping on blue left edge; soft corners; surface indentation visible near bottom right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low - This is a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era of overproduction. R.J. Reynolds was a solid player but lacks Hall of Fame or superstar status required for high demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Grading cost exceeds market value)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of base commons from 1991 Donruss typically occur in bulk lots where the price per card is less than $0.05. Individual sales are rare unless the card is a high-grade PSA 10 or an error variation.
Description
This 1991 Donruss card features Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder R.J. Reynolds. The card utilizes the iconic 1991 blue-bordered design with neon accents. Reynolds is shown in a black Pirates warmup jacket holding a bat during pre-game activities. The reverse side (not shown) includes career statistics and biographical information typical of the 'Junk Wax' era.
Key Features
Features a member of the early 90s Pittsburgh Pirates contenders; part of the mass-produced 1991 Donruss set known for its vibrant blue borders.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct matte card stock, 'Donruss 91' holographic-style logo in corner, and period-accurate ink saturation. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to high supply. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant edge wear along the blue borders (white chipping); top-right centering bias; softening on all four corners; minor surface scuffs or indentations consistent with raw storage in a bulk collection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in a large bulk lot or 'dime box' at a local card show. For online sales, eBay as part of a 'Pirates Team Lot' or COMC for low-cost inventory management.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee (approx. $19+) is significantly higher than the card's value. List as part of a lot of 1991 Donruss or Pirates players to save on shipping. Best used for set-building or for fans of early 90s baseball nostalgia.