Jack Ham
Linebacker · Pittsburgh Steelers
Donruss Gridiron Kings #GK-15
Year & Era
2004 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common insert from a popular modern retail and hobby set
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert featuring a legendary Hall of Fame linebacker, making it an excellent affordable pickup for Steelers fans and vintage star collectors
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint with canvas texture characteristic of the set
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible wear
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or fraying
Print Quality
High quality canvas-textured stock with gold foil stamping
Estimated Value
5 to 15 USD raw, up to 30 USD if graded in GEM MT condition
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and surface texture align well with standard pack-pulled copies from this release
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic textured canvas stock and crisp gold foil lettering on the Gridiron Kings logo
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA; however, due to low raw value, grading is generally only worthwhile for personal collection or if expecting a pristine 10
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2004 Donruss football hobby or retail packs
Historical Context
Jack Ham was a legendary Hall of Fame linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers' dominant 1970s Steel Curtain defense
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by Hall of Fame player collectors and Steelers team collectors
Investment Potential
Steady hold with modest appreciation potential tied strictly to vintage legend player collecting demand
Similar Cards
Other 2004 Donruss Gridiron Kings inserts featuring Pittsburgh Steelers legends like Terry Bradshaw or Mean Joe Greene
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and top loader or a semi-rigid holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
The Gridiron Kings subset is famous for its painted-art style and distinctive canvas-like texture finish