Tashaun Gipson
Safety · San Francisco 49ers
2023 Panini Prestige Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
X-Factor / X-Plosion Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common parallel from modern retail/hobby packs, high print run relative to numbered parallels
Overall Assessment
An attractive, visually striking holographic parallel of a solid veteran NFL safety, ideal for 49ers team set builders and low-cost collectors
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 52/48 Left-Right, 51/49 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint; standard foil refraction pattern with minor fingerprint smudges easily wiped clean
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no apparent bending or rounding visible
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no major chipping or flaking
Print Quality
High gloss foil finish with sharp character image and vibrant holographic checkered refraction
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for this set; centering and surface refractor finish fall well within normal acceptable factory standards
Authentication Tips
Check for correct Panini licensed logos, official foil reflection patterns, and proper card stock weight
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS) as grading fees would exceed the raw value of the card
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern card pulled directly from packaging
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2023 Panini Prestige retail or hobby pack; typical modern distribution
Historical Context
Tashaun Gipson is a veteran NFL safety who has enjoyed a productive career with multiple franchises, notably contributing to the San Francisco 49ers defense
Market Trends
Stable to declining; veteran defensive player cards generally hold modest hobby demand outside of dedicated team collectors
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for financial gain; best suited for team or player PC (personal collection) builders
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Prestige Base, other 2023 San Francisco 49ers parallels, and other defensive back inserts
Display & Preservation
Standard penny sleeve placed inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Panini Prestige is one of the earliest officially released NFL sets each season, offering collectors their first look at players in new team uniforms