1990 Donruss Jim Deshaies #548
Jim Deshaies · Donruss · Base Card
Player
Jim Deshaies
Set
1990 Donruss Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#548
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Visible top-edge wear, corner softening, and top-heavy centering.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Mass-produced in the millions; primarily sought by team collectors or fans of Deshaies' broadcasting career.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $40-60 (Value is largely speculative as grading costs exceed market value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk. Recent eBay 'Sold' listings show individual copies often failing to sell at $0.99, while complete 1990 Donruss sets sell for $10-20.
Description
A classic 1990 Donruss baseball card featuring Houston Astros pitcher Jim Deshaies. The card features the iconic bright red border with black and yellow 'splatter' accents. Deshaies is shown in a candid mid-shot wearing the vintage rainbow-shoulder Astros jersey and navy cap. The Donruss '90 logo is in the top left, with scripted player name and position in the top right.
Key Features
Includes the nostalgic 'Junk Wax Era' design and depicts a fan-favorite Astros pitcher who later became a prominent broadcaster for the Cubs and Astros.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock and period-accurate color registration. Confidence: High. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to mass production during the junk wax era.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening and chipping on the top front edge. Bottom right corner shows visible softening/rounding. Centering is shifted toward the top. Surface appears to have minor dimpling/light scratches in the top right red border area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay. Not worth the fees of individual listing unless in gem mint condition. Local card shops would likely only buy this in a large bulk purchase.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. Best used as a 'filler' card for Houston Astros completionists or for in-person autograph opportunities.