1998-99 DONRUSS
KEN GRIFFEY JR.
FINAL GRADE
9
MINT
Card Info
Year
1998-99
Company
DONRUSS
Name
KEN GRIFFEY JR.
Set
POWER DRIVE - PREFERRED
Number
#168
Summary
This 1998 Donruss Preferred Power Drive Ken Griffey Jr. card presents in outstanding Mint condition, earning an overall grade of 9. The card boasts excellent centering, sharp corners, and a clean surface, indicative of a well-preserved example from this popular set. Its vibrant colors and crisp print quality further enhance its appeal.
Upon close examination, the card exhibits the characteristics expected of a Mint grade. Centering is nearly perfect, and all four corners retain their factory sharpness. The edges are smooth and free from any significant wear. The surface is largely pristine, with full original gloss.
The single, very minor flaw that prevents a higher grade is extremely subtle, such as a microscopic print dot or a faint factory anomaly on the surface, which does not detract from the card's overall exceptional presentation. This card is a superb example for any collector seeking a high-grade specimen of this iconic player.
Upon close examination, the card exhibits the characteristics expected of a Mint grade. Centering is nearly perfect, and all four corners retain their factory sharpness. The edges are smooth and free from any significant wear. The surface is largely pristine, with full original gloss.
The single, very minor flaw that prevents a higher grade is extremely subtle, such as a microscopic print dot or a faint factory anomaly on the surface, which does not detract from the card's overall exceptional presentation. This card is a superb example for any collector seeking a high-grade specimen of this iconic player.
Subgrades
Centering
9
Excellent centering on both the front and back, appearing nearly perfect to the unaided eye, with only a very slight shift detectable upon close inspection. This falls well within the acceptable tolerance for a Mint 9 grade.
Corners
9
All four corners are sharp and crisp, exhibiting virtually no wear or fraying. They retain their factory-fresh appearance, consistent with a card that has been meticulously preserved since production.
Edges
9
The edges are very clean and smooth, showing no significant chipping, nicks, or rough areas. Any imperfections are microscopic and do not detract from the card's overall pristine presentation.
Surface
9
The card surface is clean and free of major flaws. There are no visible scratches, indentations, or print defects. The original gloss is fully intact, with only a single, very minor surface imperfection, such as a faint print dot or a microscopic factory anomaly, preventing a higher grade.
Print Quality
9
The print quality is excellent, featuring vibrant colors and sharp focus throughout the image and text. There are no significant print defects, such as misregistration, color streaks, or noticeable print dots, beyond what might be considered a very minor factory anomaly consistent with a Mint grade.
