1988-89 DONRUSS
GARY SHEFFIELD
FINAL GRADE
9
MINT
Card Info
Year
1988-89
Company
DONRUSS
Name
GARY SHEFFIELD
Set
RATED ROOKIE
Number
#31
Summary
This 1989 Donruss Rated Rookie of Gary Sheffield presents as a strong Mint example. The card boasts excellent centering on the front and very good centering on the back, contributing significantly to its eye appeal. All four corners are sharp, and the edges are remarkably clean, especially for a card with dark borders from this era.
The surface is well-maintained, free from any significant flaws such as scratches or indentations, and the print quality is vibrant and sharp. The card exhibits only one very minor factory imperfection, such as a faint print dot or a microscopic edge touch, which is typical for a Mint grade and does not detract from its overall outstanding condition.
This card is an excellent representation of a Mint grade, showcasing superior preservation and manufacturing quality for its age.
The surface is well-maintained, free from any significant flaws such as scratches or indentations, and the print quality is vibrant and sharp. The card exhibits only one very minor factory imperfection, such as a faint print dot or a microscopic edge touch, which is typical for a Mint grade and does not detract from its overall outstanding condition.
This card is an excellent representation of a Mint grade, showcasing superior preservation and manufacturing quality for its age.
Subgrades
Centering
9
The front centering is excellent, presenting at approximately 55/45 from left to right and top to bottom. The back exhibits very good centering, estimated at 60/40.
Corners
9
All four corners are sharp and crisp, showing no visible wear or rounding. Under magnification, only the most minuscule factory imperfections are detectable, consistent with a Mint grade.
Edges
9
The edges are sharp and clean, particularly the susceptible black borders on the front, which are free from chipping or fraying. Only a very minor, isolated factory imperfection is present upon close inspection.
Surface
9
The card's surface is clean and well-preserved, free of scratches, indentations, or significant print defects. The original gloss is largely intact, with only a single, very minor factory print dot or faint imperfection preventing a higher surface grade.
Print Quality
9
Print quality is excellent, featuring vibrant colors, sharp focus on the player image, and crisp text throughout. Registration is precise, contributing to the card's strong visual appeal.
