1991 Donruss Fred Lynn #242
Fred Lynn · Donruss · Base Card
Player
Fred Lynn
Set
1991 Donruss Base
Year
1991
Card #
#242
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Corners show significant wear and whitening, bottom left corner is rounded, multiple surface indentations visible, off-center top-to-bottom and left-to-right.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low - Niche. While Fred Lynn has a dedicated following of player collectors, this is a mass-produced base card from the junk wax era with extremely high supply.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $4-$6, PSA 9: $10-$15, PSA 10: $40-$60 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value)
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.10 to $0.50 in bulk lots. PSA 10 examples have historically sold for under $50, but high-grade copies of this specific card are rarely sent for grading due to low ROI.
Description
Featured here is a 1991 Donruss Fred Lynn card #242, showcasing the legendary outfielder during his stint with the San Diego Padres. The card features the vibrant 1991 Donruss green border design with multi-colored horizontal stripes. Lynn is pictured in his Padres away uniform with eye black, holding his bat over his shoulder in a classic hitting pose.
Key Features
Features AL MVP and Rookie of the Year winner Fred Lynn; Part of the iconic 1991 Donruss set during the 'Junk Wax' era; Highly recognizable neon green design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity Confidence: High. Current card stock thickness and print pattern match early 90s Donruss production. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to mass production and low market value.
Flaws to Note
Significant soft/whitened corners, particularly the bottom left; visible chipping along the left edge; centering is heavy toward the top right; surface appears to have minor scuffs or print defects in the green border area.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for bulk lots on eBay, Sportlots, or local flea markets. Individual sale is not recommended due to shipping costs exceeding the card's value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee is significantly higher than the card's potential value. Best sold as part of a Fred Lynn player lot or a 1991 Donruss complete set effort. Use an eBay Standard Envelope if selling individually to keep costs low.