1982 Donruss Billy Martin Manager #627
Billy Martin · Donruss · Base / Manager Card
Player
Billy Martin
Set
1982 Donruss
Year
1982
Card #
#627
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Estimated. Centering is significantly off-right, and minor corner wear is visible through the sleeve. The holographic/rainbow sheen is likely a reflection from the binder sleeve and not an actual card attribute.
Category
Base / Manager Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche. Billy Martin has a dedicated following, but his manager cards from the mass-produced era of the early 80s are generally high-supply/low-demand items compared to his playing-era cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $60-80, PSA 10: $250+ (Note: This specific card is unlikely to grade high due to centering).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.00 plus shipping. Recent PSA 9 sales have reached $75, but this is reserved for perfectly centered copies, which this example is not.
Description
1982 Donruss Billy Martin Manager card featuring the iconic fiery manager in his Oakland Athletics uniform. The card features a green and white border design characteristic of the second year of Donruss baseball production, with the Donruss logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame caliber manager Billy Martin during his successful tenure with the 'Billyball' Oakland Athletics. Iconic 1982 Donruss design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card stock shows appropriate age-related toning, and the 'Donruss' logo and print dots are consistent with 1982 production standards. Not a commonly counterfeited card.
Flaws to Note
Significant rightward centering shift (approx 80/20 or worse). Possible surface scuffing visible near the center of the image. Bottom right corner appears slightly soft. Visible binder wear.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay, or at a local card show in a 'dollar bin'. Individual sales are difficult due to shipping costs exceeding card value.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees far exceed the market value. If selling, list it as '1982 Donruss Billy Martin #627 A's'. Best moved as part of an Oakland Athletics team lot or a Billy Martin career lot.