Terry Bradshaw
Quarterback · Pittsburgh Steelers
Donruss Press Proof #Not visible
Year & Era
2000s — Modern Era
Card Type
Press Proof Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Rarity
Uncommon parallel from the Donruss product line, featuring a distinct green background border denoting the Press Proof variant.
Overall Assessment
A great-looking modern parallel card of an iconic Hall of Fame quarterback. Excellent eye appeal for a raw card, ideal for a player collector or Steelers fan.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front: Fairly well-centered within the green and gold borders, slight left-heavy lean on the inner white border.
Surface Condition
Appears clean and glossy with no major scratches or indentations visible through the top loader.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no obvious fraying or dinging visible in the holder.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no major chipping or flaking along the green border.
Print Quality
High print quality with sharp image reproduction and vibrant gold and green coloring typical of early 2000s Donruss releases.
Estimated Value
$10 - $25 raw depending on the exact year and release
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard modern parallels; condition is solid with standard factory centering tolerances for the era.
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic Donruss foil stamping, proper card stock thickness, and crisp micro-text on the reverse if available.
Grading Recommendation
Raw (Not worthwhile for grading unless it is a specific high-value serial-numbered parallel, due to grading costs outweighing the modest raw value).
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card is securely housed in a protective top loader.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed via Donruss hobby or retail boxes from the 2000s era.
Historical Context
Terry Bradshaw is a four-time Super Bowl champion and Hall of Fame quarterback who led the dominant Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty of the 1970s.
Market Trends
Stable demand for Hall of Fame legacy quarterbacks like Terry Bradshaw, though modern insert and parallel variants fluctuate modestly based on general vintage-star popularity.
Investment Potential
Hold. Stable long-term hold as a collectible piece for Steelers fans and Bradshaw PC collectors, but modest investment growth.
Similar Cards
Donruss Classics parallels, Topps Total parallels, and Upper Deck Legends inserts of Terry Bradshaw.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve and a rigid top loader or magnetic holder, kept away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Press Proof parallels were introduced by Donruss as scarce versions of base cards, often sought after by player and set collectors for their distinctive foil or colored borders.