1989 Donruss George Brett #161
George Brett · Donruss · Base
Player
George Brett
Set
1989 Donruss Base Set
Year
1989
Card #
#161
Condition Grade
PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits typical centering issues common for 1989 Donruss with a visible left-to-right bias. Edges show slight white chipping against the dark borders and corners appear slightly softened.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Brett is a legendary Hall of Famer, this card was produced in massive quantities during the 'Junk Wax' era, making it extremely common.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay typically range from $0.99 to $1.50 with shipping. PSA 9 copies have recently sold for approximately $28.00.
Description
A classic 1989 Donruss George Brett card featuring the Hall of Fame third baseman in his batting stance with the Kansas City Royals. The design includes the iconic 1989 side-border gradients and the Donruss '89 logo at the bottom left. The card showcases Brett in his later career at first base (1B) as designated on the front.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic junk-wax era design, highly recognizable 1980s aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. The card stock, matte finish, and specific '89 Donruss dot-pattern printing are consistent with mass-production from that era. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Centering is heavy toward the right border. Notable edge wear/chipping on the black vertical borders which is very common for this set. Top right corner shows minor rounding.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk lots on eBay, or as a 'filler' card at local card shows. High-grade (PSA 10) copies are the only ones worth selling individually on major platforms.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is absolutely flawless (Gem Mint). Raw copies are best sold as part of a George Brett player lot or a complete 1989 Donruss set to maximize shipping value.