1991 Donruss Frank Thomas #477
Frank Thomas · Donruss · Base / Second-Year Card
Player
Frank Thomas
Set
1991 Donruss
Year
1991
Card #
#477
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right and top. Corners show minor touch-white wear, common for the 1991 Donruss card stock which is prone to chipping and edge wear.
Category
Base / Second-Year Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate. While Frank Thomas is a beloved Hall of Famer, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions, making supply significantly outweigh demand unless the condition is a perfect PSA 10.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: High grades are rare due to the poor quality of 1991 Donruss card stock.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $0.25 to $1.50. PSA 10 examples have sold for $150-180 in recent months, while PSA 9s frequently sell for under $30.
Description
This 1991 Donruss Frank Thomas #477 features 'The Big Hurt' in his classic Chicago White Sox uniform, captured in a focused batting stance. The card showcases the iconic 1991 Donruss design with its vibrant green borders and colorful geometric patterns. A great early-career card of Hall of Famer Frank Thomas.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, second-year card for Frank Thomas, iconic 1990s 'Junk Wax' era design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is from the 'junk wax' era with extremely high production numbers and very low counterfeit risk. Authentic markers include the specific dot-matrix printing and semi-gloss card stock.
Flaws to Note
Right-side heavy centering. Minor chipping on the green borders (typical for this set). Slight softening on the bottom left corner.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or HOF player bundle) or COMC. Selling individually raw is rarely profitable due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless. Grading fees will exceed the market value of a PSA 8 or 9. Best sold in a 'Frank Thomas' or 'Chicago White Sox' card lot to maximize shipping efficiency.