2020 Donruss Ozzie Smith Retro '86 Variation #210
Ozzie Smith · Panini (Donruss brand) · Insert / Retro Parallel
Player
Ozzie Smith
Set
2020 Donruss Baseball (Retro '86 Insert/Parallel)
Year
2020
Card #
210
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT) to PSA 9 (Mint). The centring appears slightly heavy toward the top-right; corners and edges look sharp through the plastic sleeve.
Category
Insert / Retro Parallel
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Ozzie Smith retains a strong legacy following, but this specific modern throwback insert is widely available and part of the 'junk wax' nostalgia era revival.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $50-65. Note: Grading costs likely exceed current market value for this specific modern insert.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this card consistently fall between $0.99 and $2.50. Graded copies are rarely seen at auction as the ROI (Return on Investment) for grading this specific base insert is low.
Description
This is a 2020 Donruss Baseball card featuring Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith. The card utilizes the iconic 1986 Donruss design, featuring a green and red border with diagonal stripes. Smith is shown in his St. Louis Cardinals uniform mid-swing. The 'Donruss' logo and the text 'OZZIE SMITH SHORTSTOP - ST. LOUIS' are clear and well-printed.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame legend Ozzie Smith; clean 'The Wizard' action shot; nostalgic 1986 Donruss retro throwback design; produced by Panini.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a modern mass-produced insert with correct Panini typography, logo placement, and card stock appearance. The 'd' logo in the bottom right matches 2020 production standards.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering issues: the card is shifted slightly toward the top and right edges. Minor glares on the plastic sleeve prevent a full surface assessment, but common issues for this set include minor white chipping on the colored borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a low-cost Buy It Now) or COMC. It is also an excellent candidate for a 'dollar box' at a local card show to avoid shipping fees.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is for a personal collection, as the grading fee will likely be higher than the card's resale value. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'The Wizard', and '1986 Retro' in your listing title. If selling online, use a rigid top-loader and a bubble mailer for protection.