Steven Jackson
Running Back · St. Louis Rams
Panini Prizm #146
Year & Era
2012 — Modern Era (Early Prizm)
Card Type
Base Veteran Card (Prizm)
Grade
1 (Poor) estimated
Rarity
Common; this is a standard veteran base card from the debut year of Panini Prizm.
Overall Assessment
This is a severely damaged base card of a franchise great. While Jackson is a hobby favorite, the structural failure of this specific card renders it a filler item with no financial value.
Condition Grade
1 (Poor) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front appears roughly 60/40 Top-Bottom; however, severe structural damage makes measurement irrelevant.
Surface Condition
Poor; the card features a massive horizontal crease/fold through the center and multiple deep indentations and dimples across the front surface.
Corner Condition
Poor; the corners exhibit significant rounding and softening, particularly on the bottom left and top left where the card stock is peeling.
Edge Condition
Poor; severe chipping and physical deformity along the left and right edges where the card has been crushed or folded.
Print Quality
Average for the set, though the high-gloss Prizm finish makes surface damage extremely visible.
Estimated Value
$0.00 - $0.50 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is in significantly worse condition than the majority of surviving examples, which are typically found in 'Near Mint' or better condition.
Authentication Tips
Verify the Panini Prizm logo and the specific etched chrome finish. This card is rarely counterfeited due to low market value in base form.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; the cost of grading ($15-$25+) significantly exceeds the value of the card, and it would receive a 'Po 1' due to the fold.
Red Flags
The card has suffered extreme catastrophic damage, including a full-width crease that breaks the surface tension of the chrome layer.
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a 2012 Panini Prizm pack and subsequently stored without protection, leading to severe wear and tear.
Historical Context
Steven Jackson is the Rams' all-time leading rusher. This card is from the inaugural 2012 Prizm set, which became the most important brand in the modern hobby.
Market Trends
Steven Jackson remains a respected Rams legend, but base veteran cards like this have a stagnant market compared to rookie cards or rare parallels.
Investment Potential
None; the physical condition precludes any future value growth.
Similar Cards
2004 Topps Chrome Steven Jackson RC, 2012 Panini Prizm Silver Refractor Steven Jackson.
Display & Preservation
The card is currently being held by hand; it requires a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further delamination of the surface layer.
Interesting Facts
Jackson had eight consecutive 1,000-yard rushing seasons, a feat achieved by very few in NFL history.