1988 Donruss Willie Wilson #370
Willie Wilson · Donruss · Base Card
Player
Willie Wilson
Set
1988 Donruss Base Set
Year
1988
Card #
370
Condition Grade
PSA 1 (Poor) - Authentic Altered/Damaged. The card shows severe paper loss on the left edge, major corner rounding, and significant edge chipping.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. Demand is primarily limited to set builders or dedicated Willie Wilson player collectors seeking specific variations.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.01 - $0.10
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $60-80. Note: This specific card is not a candidate for grading due to damage.
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of mint (PSA 10) examples average around $70. Ungraded, damaged copies like this are typically found in 'dollar bins' or nickel boxes, often selling for pennies or given away.
Description
This 1988 Donruss Willie Wilson #370 features the Kansas City Royals outfielder in his classic blue jersey holding a bat. The 1988 Donruss design is known for its distinctive blue and black borders with red accents. This specific card exhibits significant 'character' with visible wear and paper loss on the left border.
Key Features
Features a Royals Hall of Fame member and former AL Batting Champion; classic 1980s design; high nostalgia value for team collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence for authenticity. This is a common card from the 'junk wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting. Card stock, printing patterns, and red/black stripe aesthetics are consistent with 1988 Donruss production.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface tearing/paper loss on the middle-left edge; heavily rounded corners (especially bottom left); significant chipping along the blue borders; centering is shifted toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a bulk Kansas City Royals team lot or a complete 1988 Donruss set on eBay or at a local flea market. The shipping cost alone exceeds the individual value of the card.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee (approx. $20+) is significantly higher than the card's worth. Best used as a 'filler' card or an affordable item for a young collector's binder. If listing online, use a high-resolution scan to show the damage clearly.