Up for sale is a 1986 Donruss Rated Rookie Rafael Palmeiro #43 Rookie Card (RC) in Near Mint or better raw condition.
This is Palmeiro’s classic mid‑80s Donruss Rated Rookie, featuring the iconic Rated Rookie logo and bold blue border that helped define the era’s rookie look.

Rafael Palmeiro was one of the most productive hitters of his generation, with 500+ home runs and 3,000+ hits‑level production, and his rookie cards remain popular with Rangers, Orioles, and 80s/90s collectors.
This card is a clean, NM or better copy that stands out from typical well‑handled junk‑wax, and it’s a strong candidate for a high‑quality raw PC or an affordable grading shot if the centering and corners line up.

Card details:

• 1986 Donruss Baseball.
• Rated Rookie subset.
• Rafael Palmeiro, Texas Rangers.
• Rookie Card, #43.
• RAW card, not graded.

Condition (PLEASE READ):

• Card is raw and has not been submitted for professional grading.
• In hand it appears Near Mint or better, with strong color, clean edges, and solid corners for a blue‑border Donruss issue; centering and any minor print or surface touches will be visible in the photos.
• Condition assessment is subjective and there is no guarantee of any specific grade or condition.
• Any corner, edge, or surface flaws are shown clearly in the photos; please review all images and judge condition for yourself before purchasing.

Shipping & handling:

• Ships in a penny sleeve and top loader, inside a team bag, in a secure mailer with tracking.
• Ships within 1 business day of cleared payment.
• Combined shipping available on multiple purchases; message before paying if you win multiple items.

Policies:

• Returns accepted for shipping damage or clear authenticity issues only.
• Subjective opinions about condition or speculative grading outcomes are not grounds for return.
• Please review the photos carefully and feel free to ask any questions before buying.