1990 Donruss Terry Steinbach All Star #678
Terry Steinbach · Donruss · Base / All-Star Insert
Player
Terry Steinbach
Set
1990 Donruss Base Set
Year
1990
Card #
#678
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Visuals show decent top-to-bottom centering (approx 55/45) but slight left-to-right bias. Corners appear sharp but there is minor chipping on the red border edges typical of this set.
Category
Base / All-Star Insert
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. Terry Steinbach is a respected A's legend but not a Hall of Famer, and the 1990 Donruss set was produced in the millions.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs significantly exceed value for this card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies show bulk lots of several hundred cards from this set selling for $10-15. Individual PSA 10 copies have sold for $40-60, but sales are infrequent.
Description
This 1990 Donruss Terry Steinbach All-Star features the Oakland Athletics catcher in a classic batting stance. The card is known for its vibrant red borders with black 'splatter' accents and the iconic script player name. The bottom right features the American League Eagle logo, designating his All-Star status.
Key Features
Features 3-time All-Star and 1989 World Series Champion Terry Steinbach. Part of the massive 1990 Donruss production run that defined the 'Junk Wax' era. Vibrant red border design that is very susceptible to edge wear.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is from the 'Junk Wax' era and is not commonly counterfeited due to high print volume and low market value. Authentic card stock is thin cardboard with a matte finish.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge wear/chipping on the bottom red border. Slight left-to-right centering shift. Common print dots (fisheyes) often found in the red ink of this specific set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set (Oakland Athletics) or a complete 1990 Donruss set on eBay. Individual sales are rarely profitable due to shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a perfect candidate for a PSA 10 for a personal registry. For selling, list it as part of a '1990 A's Team Set' to increase utility. Best shipped in a Plain White Envelope (PWE) to keep costs lower than the card's value.