1990 Donruss Wally Joyner #27
Wally Joyner · Donruss · Base
Player
Wally Joyner
Set
1990 Donruss Base
Year
1990
Card #
#27
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) Estimate. Centering is decent at roughly 55/45, corners show very slight softening at the bottom right, and there is minor white chipping on the red side borders which is extremely common for this junk-wax era stock.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Donruss
Demand Level
Low/Niche. While Joyner has a dedicated following of Angels fans and 90s collectors, the card was printed in the millions, making supply vastly outweigh demand.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $5-10, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs will likely exceed the market value of the card.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales average under $1.00. PSA 10 copies have recently sold for $40-60, but PSA 9 or lower copies often struggle to sell for more than the cost of the grading slab itself ($15-20).
Description
This 1990 Donruss Wally Joyner card features the Angels first baseman in a classic batting stance. The card is instantly recognizable by its bold red borders with 'paint splatter' accents on the sides, a hallmark of early 90s design. Joyner is shown wearing the grey road California Angels uniform with the 1989 All-Star Game patch visible on his sleeve.
Key Features
Features a fan-favorite All-Star from the 1980s/90s. This set is iconic for its 'splatter' neon design, representing the height of the baseball card 'Junk Wax' era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters due to mass production and low market value. The paper stock is the standard 1990 Donruss clay-coated grey/brown cardboard.
Flaws to Note
Micro-chipping along the red ink borders (very sensitive to wear). Slight corner softening on the bottom edge. Centering is slightly heavy toward the left and bottom borders.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a team set or bulk lot on eBay. Not worth selling individually due to shipping costs unless sold in a 'Pick Your Card' multi-listing. Could be a good candidate for a local card show 'dollar box'.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a sentimental family heirloom, as the grading fee will be 10x the card's worth. If listing on eBay, use 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $0.60 to keep shipping costs as low as possible for the buyer.