George Pickens
Wide Receiver · Pittsburgh Steelers
2023 Panini Prizm Football #No. 248
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Rarity
Common base card from a mass-produced modern retail/hobby release
Overall Assessment
A clean, well-preserved base card ideal for a team or player PC (personal collection) set builder, though lacking monetary investment upside in raw condition
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front and back centering appears well within acceptable tolerances, roughly 55/45 left-right
Surface Condition
Clean matte silver back finish with crisp typography, no visible scratches or print lines under normal light
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and unrounded
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or fraying along the borders
Print Quality
High standard print quality with sharp text and clear imagery on the back
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical modern Prizm base print runs with good centering
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Panini holograms and card stock weight; standard base cards from this era are rarely counterfeited
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission, as grading costs exceed raw card value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Pulled from standard 2023 Panini Prizm football retail or hobby packs
Historical Context
Highlights George Pickens' breakout rookie season stats from 2022
Market Trends
Stable market with high print populations keeping base card values low
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for base cards due to high supply; better to look at numbered parallels or autographs for investment
Similar Cards
2022 Panini Prizm Rookie Cards of George Pickens, other 2023 Prizm Steelers base cards
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve and top loader or semi-rigid holder in a climate-controlled environment
Interesting Facts
Features statistics detailing his notable rookie catches including his 2022 catch of the year