2021 Donruss Nolan Ryan #238
Nolan Ryan · Panini (Donruss brand) · Base Card / Legend
Player
Nolan Ryan
Set
2021 Donruss Baseball
Year
2021
Card #
#238
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks excellent (approx. 50/50). Corners appear sharp through the sleeve, edges look clean, and there are no visible surface scratches or print lines in the photo.
Category
Base Card / Legend
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. While it is a common base card, Nolan Ryan has a massive, dedicated collector base that consistently buys his cards to complete player sets.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently sold in the $40-$55 range, confirming that high-grade specimens carry a significant premium over raw copies.
Description
Featured here is a 2021 Donruss base card of Hall of Fame legendary pitcher Nolan Ryan. The card features a classic image of 'The Ryan Express' in his Texas Rangers home white uniform mid-delivery. The design utilizes a modern white border with red and blue accents, paying homage to the Rangers' colors. The reverse includes career statistics and highlights of his record-breaking career.
Key Features
Features a first-ballot Hall of Famer and one of the most collected pitchers in hobby history. Iconic Texas Rangers jersey. Clean, modern aesthetic from a popular annual Panini release.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Panini card stock and matte finish. The Donruss 'D' logo and typography match high-resolution production runs. This is not a commonly counterfeited card due to its high print volume and accessible market price.
Flaws to Note
Possible slight edge chipping common on modern Donruss stock. A minor print dot is visible in the bottom-right white border area, though this may be a reflection on the penny sleeve rather than the card itself.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC (Check Out My Cards) for long-term storage and sale, or as a 'dollar box' item at a local card show/shop.
Selling Tips
Due to the low individual value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are seeking a PSA 10 for a registry set. The grading fee will likely exceed the card's value. List it as '2021 Donruss Nolan Ryan Texas Rangers #238' to maximize search hits. Ship using eBay Standard Envelope for $0.60-$1.00 to keep costs low for the buyer.