1991 Donruss Sammy Sosa #420
Sammy Sosa · Donruss · Base
Player
Sammy Sosa
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
#420
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right; corners appear relatively sharp but display typical 1990s card stock wear; surface shows standard gloss.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low - Moderate. While Sosa is a popular historical figure, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions and is widely available in most collections.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $1 or less in bulk lots. PSA 9 copies consistently sell between $20 and $30. PSA 10 copies have seen peaks near $180 depending on the timing of the market.
Description
This 1991 Donruss Sammy Sosa card features the legendary slugger in his early Chicago White Sox years. The card carries the iconic 1991 Donruss green striped border design, featuring a focused action shot of Sammy Sosa at bat in his pinstripe uniform. The classic 'Rated Rookie' era Donruss 'd' logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Features home run king Sammy Sosa during his early career tenure with the Chicago White Sox; representative of the 'Junk Wax' era of collecting.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. This card uses the standard 1991 Donruss card stock and dot-matrix printing patterns. Note: This card is extremely common and rarely counterfeited as the market supply is massive.
Flaws to Note
Centering is approximately 60/40 toward the right border; common slight chipping on the green borders which is typical for this set; potential for faint surface scratches if viewed under lighting.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a Sammy Sosa lot on eBay or in person at local card shows in a 'dollar bin.' Due to low raw value, it is not recommended to sell individually on high-premium platforms unless graded as a PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (potential PSA 10), as grading fees will exceed the card's value. Best sold as part of a Chicago White Sox or 1990s stars bulk lot to save on shipping costs.