Sam Darnold
2018 Panini Donruss Elite Pen Pals · 2018
Sam Darnold prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $399.95 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $249.99 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $305.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $1,450.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $1,885.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $870.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $870.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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Looking up the 2018 Panini Donruss Elite Pen Pals Sam Darnold? You're in the right place: this page tracks its market value across every major grade, starting around $399.95 raw, with live eBay listings to compare against.
Graded copies command a clear premium — an ungraded copy is worth around $399.95, a PSA 9 around $249.99, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $1,450.00, a pristine BGS 10 around $1 and885.00. That's roughly a 3.6× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
Use the grade table above to compare values across PSA, BGS, CGC and SGC, and the eBay links to find live listings. Scan your copy with Ripbin to track it in your locker.
Market context
Newer cards like this one trade actively, and values can swing quickly with on-field performance and breaking news. The grade table above reflects the current market snapshot.
Football card values track quarterback play and breakout seasons closely — key rookies and star players see the most action.
Is it worth grading?
With raw copies near $399.95 and top grades reaching $1,450.00, grading a sharp copy of this card can clearly pay for itself — the spread comfortably covers a typical ~$25.00 grading fee. The catch: only submit copies with strong centering, clean corners, and unmarked surfaces, because anything below a 9 usually erases the math.
PSA remains the most liquid grading label in the hobby, while BGS (with its Black Label 10) and modern entrants CGC and SGC have growing followings — the table above shows how each label prices for this card.
How to buy this card
Before buying a Sam Darnold, compare several live listings — prices for the same card can vary widely depending on condition, seller reputation, and whether an auction is ending soon. The live eBay listings above update throughout the day.
If you own this card, scan it with Ripbin to add it to your locker — you'll see its value tracked over time, and other collectors can discover it and send bids.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 2018 Panini Donruss Elite Pen Pals Sam Darnold worth?
- An ungraded Sam Darnold is worth approximately $399.95, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $1,450.00. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Sam Darnold worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Sam Darnold from 2018 Panini Donruss Elite Pen Pals is valued around $1,450.00.
- Is the Sam Darnold worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $399.95 and top grades near $1,450.00, a sharp copy can return well over the grading fee. Only submit copies with strong centering and clean corners.
- Where can I buy the Sam Darnold card?
- Sam Darnold 2018 Panini Donruss Elite Pen Pals cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the Sam Darnold?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.