1988 Donruss Alex Trevino #219
Alex Trevino · Donruss · Base
Player
Alex Trevino
Set
1988 Donruss Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
#219
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good). Card shows significant edge wear, chipping, and soft corners typical of the 1988 Donruss card stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche. This is a common card from the 'Junk Wax' era. Demand is primarily from set builders or dedicated Dodgers team collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5.00 - $10.00; PSA 9: $15.00 - $20.00; PSA 10: $40.00 - $50.00 (Note: Grading cost far exceeds card value).
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk lots. Recent individual sales for common cards from this set in similar condition are non-existent due to shipping-to-value ratio; PSA 10 copies of star players from this set rarely exceed $50.
Description
This 1988 Donruss card features Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Alex Trevino. The iconic 1988 design includes a blue border with black and red accents. Trevino is pictured in a Dodgers jacket and hat against a stadium background. The Dodgers logo and 'Alex Trevino C' are featured at the bottom.
Key Features
Features a veteran catcher for a popular franchise (Dodgers); Classic 1988 Donruss border design; Affordable piece for team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock, ink patterns, and logo alignment match mass-produced 1988 Donruss standards. This card was printed in high volume and is not a target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Extreme edge wear and 'chipping' on all sides where the blue ink has worn away revealing the white card stock. Visible soft/rounded corners. Surface appears to have some light scuffing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a lot on eBay or Mercari. Local card shops may take it as a donation or 'nickel box' item. Not viable for individual sale online due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. To maximize value, bundle it with other 1988 Donruss Dodgers cards or include it in a 1988 Donruss complete set effort. Use PWE (Plain White Envelope) to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.