Jason Witten
Tight End · Dallas Cowboys
Topps Museum Collection #Not visible directly, part of a subset
Year & Era
2013 — Modern Era
Card Type
Numbered Memorabilia Parallel /50
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Serial numbered out of 50 copies (specifically 12/50), making it a low-print-run insert parallel with limited hobby availability
Overall Assessment
An attractive, low-numbered multi-color patch relic card of a legendary tight end, offering strong eye appeal for Dallas Cowboys collectors and modern memorabilia enthusiasts
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Appears well-centered within the thick card stock boundaries, roughly 50/50 horizontally and vertically
Surface Condition
Clean surface with no prominent scratches, though thick relic cards often have minor factory imperfections on the heavy stock
Corner Condition
Sharp corners typical of well-preserved thick stock cards, minimal to no whitening observed
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard manufacturing sharpness for Topps Museum Collection thick cards
Print Quality
High-end product featuring premium textured borders, crisp foil stamping, and a multi-color Pro Bowl patch swatch
Estimated Value
40.00 USD to 80.00 USD based on comparable Jason Witten low-numbered relic cards from the 2010s era
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to other 2013 Topps Museum Collection relic cards featuring multi-color swatches and low serial numbering
Authentication Tips
Verify serial numbering stamp in gold ink (12/50) and check the authenticity of the multi-color Pro Bowl jersey relic swatch embedded in the thick stock
Grading Recommendation
Raw or encased in a magnetic holder; grading thick relic cards is often unnecessary unless aiming for a pristine sub-grade due to the premium cost vs value ratio
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard thick-stock card housed in a proper one-touch magnetic holder
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a high-end 2013 Topps Museum Collection hobby box, known for delivering premium hits and heavy relic cards
Historical Context
Jason Witten is one of the most prolific tight ends in NFL history, holding numerous franchise records for the Dallas Cowboys and ranking near the top all-time in receptions and receiving yards
Market Trends
Stable market for retired Dallas Cowboys fan favorites and future Hall of Famers, with steady demand from team and player collectors
Investment Potential
Hold; stable long-term value given his status as a legendary Cowboys player and future Hall of Fame inductee, appealing primarily to dedicated player and team collectors
Similar Cards
2013 Topps Museum Collection autographed cards, Panini National Treasures relic cards of Jason Witten, and other low-numbered Dallas Cowboys parallels
Display & Preservation
Store in a recessed magnetic one-touch holder designed specifically for thick relic cards (e.g., 130pt or 180pt) to prevent surface pressure and corner damage
Interesting Facts
The card prominently features a vibrant Pro Bowl jersey swatch with distinctive neon yellow and dark grey/black stitching from the all-star event