2002 Donruss Rookies & Stars Sammy Sosa #21
Sammy Sosa · Donruss · Base
Player
Sammy Sosa
Set
Donruss Rookies & Stars
Year
2002
Card #
21
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) due to noticeable surface stain near the bottom and potential edge wear.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low to Moderate; Sammy Sosa base cards from the modern era have a niche collector base and steady, affordable demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.99 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $5 - $10, PSA 6: $10 - $15, PSA 7: $15 - $25
Comparable Sales
Similar raw copies of this 2002 Donruss Rookies & Sosa card in clean condition typically sell for around $1.00 to $2.00 plus shipping on eBay.
Description
This is a 2002 Donruss Rookies & Stars baseball card featuring superstar slugger Sammy Sosa of the Chicago Cubs, card number 21. The card showcases a full-body action shot of Sosa at the plate in his classic Cubs white pinstripe uniform, holding a bat and wearing a blue batting helmet with the Cubs logo. The bottom features a distinctive Rookies & Stars branding sidebar with a bold red box and card number.
Key Features
Features one of the most prolific home run hitters of the 1990s and 2000s during his tenure with the Chicago Cubs, from a popular mid-era Donruss set known for its clean design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity based on standard card stock, font consistency, and correct team/player layout for the 2002 Donruss Rookies & Stars product. This card is not heavily targeted by counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
There is a prominent reddish-brown circular stain or mark on the lower front border near the player's nameplate, which significantly detracts from the eye appeal and will heavily impact the grading score.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or COMC are the best platforms for selling lower-value modern base cards, though raw cards of this tier are often best sold in bulk lots to maximize shipping efficiency.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card given the noticeable surface stain. Sell raw, price competitively, and use standard PWE (Plain White Envelope) shipping with protective cardboard to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.