1991 Donruss Nolan Ryan #87
Nolan Ryan · Donruss · Base
Player
Nolan Ryan
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
#87
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering is approximately 60/40 left-to-right; corners show slight touches of wear, and typical 1991 Donruss paper stock chipping on the blue borders.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate - Nolan Ryan is one of the most collected players in history, but the high supply of 1991 Donruss limits individual card value except in perfect PSA 10 condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies sell for $1 or less on eBay. PSA 9 copies consistently sell for under $30, while PSA 10 copies have seen historical sales between $150 and $220 depending on the current market interest in '90s nostalgia.
Description
A classic Nolan Ryan card from the 1991 Donruss set featuring 'The Ryan Express' in his Texas Rangers home grey uniform mid-delivery. The card features the signature bold blue borders and neon accent stripes characteristic of the early 90s 'Junk Wax' era. The Texas Rangers logo is displayed in the lower left corner.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan during his historic tenure with the Texas Rangers. This card is part of the iconic, high-production 1991 Donruss set known for its vibrant, color-coded borders.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic paper stock and period-correct matte finish. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to high production volume (Junk Wax era), though 'Error' versions of other cards in this set are sometimes faked.
Flaws to Note
The blue borders are highly susceptible to 'chipping' where the white paper stock shows through the ink. Centering on this specific copy favors the right side. Minor whitening visible on the top-left and bottom-right corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC, or local card shop dollar bins. High-grade graded copies (PSA 10) are best suited for eBay auctions.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a flawless PSA 10, as the grading fee will exceed the value of a PSA 9 or lower. Best sold as part of a Nolan Ryan player lot or a 1991 Donruss team set to maximize shipping efficiency.