2005 Donruss Elite Series David Ortiz #ES-18
David Ortiz · Donruss · Insert
Player
David Ortiz
Set
2005 Donruss Base- Elite Series Subset
Year
2005
Card #
#ES-18
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering appears slightly off-top to bottom. Visible edge chipping and corner wear on the foil surface are common for this marble-bordered design.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Moderate. David Ortiz remains a highly collected Hall of Famer, but this is a high-volume base insert rather than a rare parallel or serial-numbered card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $50-70. Note: Grading costs likely exceed raw market value.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific insert range from $1.50 to $4.50 depending on shipping. Higher-end parallels of this card (Status/Aspirations) command much higher premiums, but this base insert remains affordable for player collectors.
Description
Attractive 2005 Donruss Elite Series insert featuring Boston Red Sox legend Big Papi, David Ortiz. The card features a marble-patterned border with a silver foil frame surrounding an action shot of Ortiz in his batting stance against a deep red background. The 'Elite Series' logo is prominently displayed at the bottom.
Key Features
Features Hall of Famer David Ortiz during his prime years with the Red Sox. The Elite Series was a staple Donruss insert set known for its high-quality foil card stock and classic design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common insert from the mid-2000s and is not widely counterfeited. Authentic indicators include the specific 'marble' texture print and the crispness of the Donruss logo foil stamp.
Flaws to Note
Foil surface is highly susceptible to micro-scratches. There appears to be minor chipping on the top and right silver edges. Corner softness is visible on the bottom right. Centering is shifted slightly toward the top.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'Buy It Now') or COMC. It would also sell well in a $2-5 value bin at a local card show or as part of a Red Sox team lot.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the return on investment will likely be negative due to the condition and high population. Use a clean penny sleeve and top loader for shipping. Keywords: David Ortiz, Boston Red Sox, Hall of Fame, HOF, Elite Series, Donruss 2005.