Jerry Rice
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers
Topps Gridiron Ambassadors #Not visible
Year & Era
2006 -- Modern Era
Card Type
Insert Card
Grade
Raw -- appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert, not severely rare but condition-sensitive due to black borders
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert featuring the G.O.A.T. wide receiver, ideal for player collectors and set builders
Condition Grade
Raw -- appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with slight top-to-bottom bias
Surface Condition
Near Mint with minor potential scuffs typical of black-bordered inserts
Corner Condition
Sharp with minimal corner softening visible on the black borders
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard minor chipping susceptibility common to dark borders
Print Quality
High-quality foil stamping and glossy coating characteristic of mid-2000s Topps inserts
Estimated Value
$5 to $20 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard mid-2000s insert print runs with average centering for the set
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Topps card stock thickness, crisp font printing, and lack of pixelation under 10x magnification
Grading Recommendation
PSA or SGC recommended if centering and surface merit a 9 or 10, otherwise keep raw due to low raw value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard corner/edge wear consistent with age
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Topps football hobby and retail packs
Historical Context
Jerry Rice is widely considered the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, holding nearly all major receiving records
Market Trends
Stable market for vintage and retired legend insert cards featuring Hall of Famers
Investment Potential
Steady long-term hold as a legacy card of an all-time great player
Similar Cards
2006 Topps inserts, other Jerry Rice insert cards from the mid-2000s
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic case away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Gridiron Ambassadors inserts highlight global and legendary football ambassadors of the game