1986 Donruss Harold Baines #179
Harold Baines · Donruss · Base
Player
Harold Baines
Set
1986 Donruss Baseball
Year
1986
Card #
179
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (NM) - Centering appears slightly heavy on the left side, with sharp corners and clean edges visible, and minor potential surface wear consistent with the 1986 Donruss set quality control.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Stable collector base for Hall of Famers from the 1980s, though high print runs limit rapid price appreciation.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10 - $15, PSA 8: $15 - $25, PSA 9: $40 - $60
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for 1986 Donruss Harold Baines range from $0.50 to $1.50 depending on condition. Graded PSA 9 copies typically sell in the $40 range.
Description
Offering a 1986 Donruss baseball card featuring Hall of Famer Harold Baines of the Chicago White Sox, card number 179. The card features a classic 1986 design with blue pinstripe border framing, a dynamic action shot of Baines batting, the Chicago White Sox team logo, and a purple nameplate banner at the bottom.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer Harold Baines during his prime years with the Chicago White Sox, part of the iconic and nostalgic 1986 Donruss set characterized by its distinctive blue striped borders.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard card stock and clear printing consistent with genuine 1986 Donruss production. No indicators of tampering or trimming. Low counterfeit risk for this specific card.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-heavy centering on the front. Standard soft touch on corners typical of unassessed vintage raw cards from this era.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best for bulk lots or single listings with combined shipping), or local card shops.
Selling Tips
Best sold as part of a 1986 Donruss set or a Harold Baines player lot. Grading is not recommended due to low raw value relative to grading fees.