1989 Donruss Ken Griffey Jr. Rated Rookie #33
Ken Griffey Jr. · Donruss · Rookie Card (RC), Rated Rookie
Player
Ken Griffey Jr.
Set
1989 Donruss
Year
1989
Card #
#33
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint) - Estimated based on slight corner softness and typical centering for the set.
Category
Rookie Card (RC), Rated Rookie
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Strong - Consistently high demand for vintage Griffey rookie cards from collectors and nostalgic buyers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$10 - $25
Graded Value
PSA 7: $20-30, PSA 8: $40-60, PSA 9: $100-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1989 Donruss Ken Griffey Jr. #33 in similar condition range consistently between $12 and $22 on eBay.
Description
Up for consideration is a classic 1989 Donruss Ken Griffey Jr. Rated Rookie card #33. This iconic card features a young Griffey in his Seattle Mariners blue uniform holding a bat over his shoulder, complete with the famous turquoise Rated Rookie logo in the top right corner and the Donruss '89 logo in the bottom left.
Key Features
Iconic Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie Card, highly recognizable Rated Rookie subset card from the classic 1989 Donruss set, Hall of Famer.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock, clear print registration, and classic 1989 Donruss font styles and borders.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner wear visible on the bottom corners and typical slight top-to-bottom centering variance common to 1989 Donruss production quality.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or local card shops for quick liquidity; MySlabs or specialized Facebook groups for lower fee alternatives.
Selling Tips
Ensure the card is placed in a fresh penny sleeve and top loader before taking clear, well-lit photos against a neutral background. Given the low raw value, professional grading may not be cost-effective unless pristine.