1990 Donruss Sid Bream #146
Sid Bream · Donruss · Base
Player
Sid Bream
Set
1990 Donruss Base
Year
1990
Card #
#146
Condition Grade
PSA 4 (VG-EX) based on visible heavy surface scratching, corner wear, and top edge chipping.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low. This is a common card from a period of extreme overproduction; demand is limited to team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.05 - $0.25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-25, PSA 10: $40-60 (Grading cost exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies typically sell for pennies in bulk or 10-25 cents in 'dime boxes' at card shows. PSA 10 examples occasionally reach $40-50, but cost of grading usually results in a net loss.
Description
1990 Donruss Sid Bream featuring the iconic red border design with black paint-splatter accents. The card shows Bream in his Pittsburgh Pirates home uniform in a batting stance. This is a classic 'Junk Wax' era staple.
Key Features
Features cult-favorite Sid Bream, famous for 'The Slide' in the 1992 NLCS; classic 1990 Donruss design.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. High confidence. This card is from the high-print volume 'Junk Wax' era and is not a target for counterfeiting. Correct card stock and color saturation for 1990 Donruss.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface scratch/hair visible near bottom left corner; soft corners, particularly bottom right; edge chipping along the top; centering is slightly heavy to the right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold in bulk lots on eBay, at a local flea market, or donated. Individual sale is not cost-effective due to shipping.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the fees are significantly higher than the card's value. List in a Pittsburgh Pirates team set or a 1990 Donruss complete set to maximize eyes on the listing.