Eric Dickerson
Running Back · Los Angeles Rams
Panini Mosaic ##29
Year & Era
2020 — Modern Era
Card Type
Green Mosaic Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered retail parallel. Common compared to serial-numbered cards, but carries moderate scarcity relative to the base set due to its exclusive green pattern.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking and affordable parallel of an NFL legend. Ideal for set builders, Los Angeles Rams fans, and dedicated Eric Dickerson player collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: roughly 50/50 Left-Right, 55/45 Top-Bottom. Back: Not directly visible, but front displays standard modern factory tolerances.
Surface Condition
Near Mint. The card exhibits the signature Mosaic holo pattern and reflective finish, though minor surface hairline scratches are visible on the toploader/card surface under the direct camera flash.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with no obvious rounding, dings, or whitening visible through the protective top loader.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no visible chipping or flaking along the borders, typical of well-preserved chromium-style card stock.
Print Quality
High standard print quality with vivid color saturation characteristic of Panini Mosaic stock. Standard gloss and foil refractor mosaic grid effect properly aligned.
Estimated Value
$5 to $15 USD raw, depending on marketplace and buyer demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and corner preservation fall well within industry norms for standard Panini retail green parallels from this release year.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock thickness, crisp holographic mosaic texture that shifts in the light, and authentic Panini brand logos and fonts on the rear.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS/SGC) as a raw copy, given that grading fees would exceed the total market value of the card unless graded purely for personal collection encapsulation.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The card is housed securely in a top loader; standard handling wear should be reassessed out of the holder if sold.
Provenance Notes
Sourced primarily from Panini Mosaic retail boxes or blasters distributed through major retail outlets.
Historical Context
Eric Dickerson is an NFL Hall of Fame running back who set the single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards in 1984 as a rookie/sophomore sensation.
Market Trends
Stable and niche-driven market. Hall of Fame retired running back parallels generally hold steady value among dedicated player collectors.
Investment Potential
Long-term hold for personal collection. Low financial volatility with modest appreciation potential primarily driven by vintage and legend collector demand.
Similar Cards
2020 Panini Mosaic Eric Dickerson Base, 2020 Panini Prizm Eric Dickerson parallels, other retired legend inserts from Panini football sets.
Display & Preservation
Best preserved inside a penny sleeve combined with a semi-rigid holder (such as Cardboard Gold Card Saver) or a clean magnetic UV-blocking holder.
Interesting Facts
Eric Dickerson's signature protective goggles and upright running style made him one of the most iconic and stylish offensive weapons of the 1980s.