Barry Bonds

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 5/10

Recent 30-day raw price drop of 38% but graded 10 holding $400+ with 205% YoY growth earlier; high supply caps upside.

Next months. Stable to slight decline in raw, graded 10 steady around $400-500 next 3-6 months

Long term. Stable with potential modest appreciation in high grades over 1-3 years if Bonds' legacy rehabilitates

History

Barry Bonds, outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, is one of baseball's most prolific hitters, holding the MLB record for most career home runs (762) and embodying peak athletic achievement despite controversies involving steroid allegations during his 22-season career.

1987, as part of the Donruss baseball card series released in the United States.

• Rated Rookie card marking Bonds' first major appearance in the Donruss set
• One of Bonds' key rookie cards alongside Topps and Fleer versions from 1987
• graded 10 population of 1,994 graded copies indicates significant grading interest

Rarity and print run

Tier

Uncommon

Print run

Very High

First printed in

1987 Donruss Baseball

Demand

Medium

Supply

Abundant

• Rated Rookie designation boosts appeal despite high print run
• graded 10 pop of 1,994 shows good survival rate
• No major variants or errors noted

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues common in Donruss production, edge chipping, corner wear, and print defects on borders; off-centering and surface scratches are frequent flaws in 1980s cards.

Storage. Store in semi-rigid holders or top-loaders with soft sleeves in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight; use acid-free storage for long-term preservation.

Authenticity. Examine print quality and borders for Donruss-specific yellow tint and font; verify holograms and serial numbers on graded slabs from graded/graded; avoid cards with irregular cuts or modern reprint markings.