Brian Urlacher
Linebacker · Chicago Bears
Panini Select Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2013 -- Modern Era
Card Type
Prizm Parallel / Insert
Grade
Raw -- appears Near Mint
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert from a popular modern chromium set, though print runs for certain Select color parallels vary.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking chromium insert card of a legendary Hall of Fame linebacker, highly desirable for Chicago Bears and New Mexico Lobos player collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw -- appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor preference to the right edge; back not visible.
Surface Condition
Reflective chromium surface shows typical light handling, but no deep scratches or major flaws are immediately apparent from the angle.
Corner Condition
Corners appear sharp with minimal signs of rounding or fraying under normal handling.
Edge Condition
Edges are generally clean with standard factory cut and minor chipping typical of chromium stock.
Print Quality
High-end chromium finish with vibrant color saturation, sharp photographic imagery, and distinct refractor-style light reflection.
Estimated Value
$5 to $20 USD depending on raw condition and exact parallel variety.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical pulled raw copies from 2013 Panini Select packs, showing standard factory cut tolerances.
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Panini hologram or chromium card stock thickness; modern counterfeits of base parallels are rare.
Grading Recommendation
Raw-only recommended unless flawless and part of a high-tier low-numbered parallel, due to grading costs relative to raw market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard raw card being held by hand.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard 2013 Panini Select hobby or retail packs.
Historical Context
Features Brian Urlacher depicted in his collegiate New Mexico Lobos uniform during a Draft/Collegiate subset within Panini Select.
Market Trends
Stable demand driven by Hall of Fame status and Chicago Bears team collectors.
Investment Potential
Stable long-term hold as a Hall of Fame defensive legend, though modest upside for non-rookie insert cards.
Similar Cards
2013 Panini Prizm Brian Urlacher, 2000 Topps Chrome Brian Urlacher Rookie Card
Display & Preservation
Recommend immediate placement in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic card case, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Urlacher spent his entire 13-year NFL career with the Chicago Bears, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2005 and induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.