1993 Donruss Greg Pirkl Rated Rookie #523
Greg Pirkl · Donruss · Rookie Card / Rated Rookie
Player
Greg Pirkl
Set
1993 Donruss Base
Year
1993
Card #
#523
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimated. Visible centering is heavy to the right (approx 65/35). Top-left corner shows slight softening. Surface appears clean with minor edge chipping on the reverse common for 1993 Donruss card stock.
Category
Rookie Card / Rated Rookie
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. Greg Pirkl had a limited MLB career, and the 1993 Donruss set was overproduced. Primary interest comes from Seattle Mariners team collectors or 'Rated Rookie' completists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.25 - $1.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $45-60 (Value often lower than grading cost).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell for $0.50 to $1.00, often bundled with other cards. High-grade PSA 10 copies sporadically sell for $40-50 to set collectors, but are rarely sent for grading due to low ROI.
Description
A classic 1993 Donruss Greg Pirkl Rated Rookie card featuring the Seattle Mariners first baseman in his follow-through swing. The card features the iconic 'Rated Rookie' logo in the top right and the Donruss '93 logo in the top left. The bottom features a green Mariners diamond logo and the player name on a dark blue bar.
Key Features
Includes the highly recognizable 'Rated Rookie' brand designation. This card is part of the early 90s 'Junk Wax' era, making it extremely common but nostalgic for team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card stock thickness, registration of the Donruss logo, and lack of 'dots' in the white border suggest an original 1993 print. High confidence; there are no known reprints or counterfeits for this specific player.
Flaws to Note
Centering is biased toward the right border. Lower right corner shows slight white tipping. Edge chipping is likely on the dark-bordered reverse side of this specific set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a bulk lot or Mariners team set), COMC (for slow-burn sale), or local card shop 'dollar boxes'. Not recommended for high-end auction houses.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. It is best sold in a 'Rookie Lot' or as part of a Seattle Mariners team set to maximize visibility. Use 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer.