Calvin Johnson
Wide Receiver · Detroit Lions
2013 Panini Prizm Prizmatic #Not visible
Year & Era
2013 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Insert Prizmatic
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 range estimated)
Rarity
Uncommon insert parallel from a popular early Prizm release, though print runs for inserts in 2013 were higher than current modern chromium sets
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert of a legendary wide receiver in solid raw condition, ideal for a player PC or Detroit Lions team collector
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 8-9 range estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right, Back not visible in photo
Surface Condition
Refractor surface shows good gloss with minor hairline scratches visible around the light reflection area
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible softening on the tips
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cut and no major chipping
Print Quality
High gloss Prizm technology with vibrant red/magenta background hues and sharp metallic foil stamping on the Prizmatic logo
Estimated Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded PSA 10: $40 - $75
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is typical for early Panini Prizm products which frequently suffered from left-right or top-bottom shifting
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini Prizm rainbow reflectivity and correct card stock thickness; counterfeits of standard inserts are rare
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA; grading may not be cost-effective unless submitting as part of a bulk order due to raw value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed based on visual inspection of the front scan
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2013 Panini Prizm Football hobby or retail packs
Historical Context
Calvin Johnson (Megatron) is a Pro Football Hall of Famer who set the single-season receiving yards record (1,964) in 2012, making 2013 cards highly desirable
Market Trends
Stable collector demand for Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson cards, particularly inserts and parallels from classic Prizm sets
Investment Potential
Stable long-term hold as a Hall of Fame player insert, though modest financial upside for raw non-rookies
Similar Cards
2013 Panini Prizm Calvin Johnson Base, 2013 Panini Prizm Red Prizm Parallel, 2013 Topps Chrome Calvin Johnson Inserts
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top-loader or semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
The Prizmatic insert set was one of the striking visual inserts that helped establish Panini Prizm as the premier chromium brand in football cards