2022 Donruss Baseball Byung-Hyun Kim Retro 1988 Variation #156
Byung-Hyun Kim · Panini (Donruss) · Base / Retro Design Variation (1988 Donruss homage)
Player
Byung-Hyun Kim
Set
2022 Donruss Baseball
Year
2022
Card #
#156
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy to the top/right (approx 60/40), but corners through the top-loader look sharp. Surface appears clean without visible scratching on the card itself.
Category
Base / Retro Design Variation (1988 Donruss homage)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss)
Demand Level
Low / Niche. The card appeals primarily to Diamondbacks fans, Korean baseball collectors, or set-builders completing the 2022 Donruss run.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45. Note: Grading costs likely exceed primary market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of similar 2022 Donruss base/retro cards for non-superstar retired players generally hover between $0.99 and $2.00 including shipping.
Description
Attractive 2022 Donruss baseball card featuring Arizona Diamondbacks star reliever Byung-Hyun Kim. This card utilizes the iconic 1988 Donruss design, featuring a red and blue bordered frame with the classic 'D' logo in the upper right. Kim is shown in his Diamondbacks home pinstripes and black jersey with his signature number 49 visible.
Key Features
Features a former World Series champion and All-Star; includes the popular retro 1988 design variation which appeals to nostalgic collectors of 'Junk Wax' era aesthetics.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. High-quality card stock, crisp modern printing, and correct layout for the 2022 Donruss set. This card has low mass-market resale value, making it an unlikely target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias. Possible minor edge wear typical of colored Donruss borders, though protected in a top-loader. There appears to be a hair or fiber caught between the sleeve and the card on the left side, which is not a card defect but should be removed for better photos.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-tail selling, or Sportlots. Best as part of a 'pick-your-player' multi-listing.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading ($15-25+) significantly outweighs the market value. List using 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $0.60-$1.00 shipping to make the price attractive to buyers. Use keywords like 'Retro 1988' and 'Diamondbacks' in the title.