Jason Witten
Tight End · Dallas Cowboys
Panini Plates & Patches / Classics Football ##10
Year & Era
2016 — Modern Era
Card Type
1/1 Printing Plate Parallel
Grade
Raw — Near Mint / Mint (Grading printing plates differs due to natural manufacturing imperfections)
Rarity
Extremely Rare — 1/1 True One-of-a-Kind (Black Plate)
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, unique 1/1 collectible for any Jason Witten or Dallas Cowboys PC, highlighting the core manufacturing process of 2016 Classics Football.
Condition Grade
Raw — Near Mint / Mint (Grading printing plates differs due to natural manufacturing imperfections)
Centering Assessment
Printing plates generally do not have standard borders, but the layout and text alignment appear balanced and well-centered.
Surface Condition
Metallic printing plate with standard brushed metal lines and minor handling marks typical of actual used production plates.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners typical of metal printing plates, with standard slight rounding or factory cut traits.
Edge Condition
Clean metal edges with standard minor factory roughness from the manufacturing process.
Print Quality
High quality actual metal printing plate used in the production of 2016 Classics Football.
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 USD depending on exact buyer demand for Jason Witten 1/1 cards.
Comparison to Known Examples
As a true 1/1 Black Printing Plate, there are no other identical copies; it is unique by definition.
Authentication Tips
Verify the Panini back stamping, official NFL/NFLPA logos, and ensure it matches the actual metal stock and dimensions used for Panini Plates & Patches cards.
Grading Recommendation
BGS or Beckett Authentication (BGS/BAS) for encasement and slab protection, though many collectors prefer 1/1 plates in secure magnetic one-touch holders.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The plate exhibits standard characteristics of authentic Panini 1/1 printing plates.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from Panini Plates & Patches hobby boxes containing authentic printing plates used in the manufacturing of 2016 Classics Football.
Historical Context
Jason Witten is one of the greatest 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 for a tight end.
Market Trends
Stable market demand for Jason Witten, a legendary Dallas Cowboys tight end and future Hall of Famer.
Investment Potential
Strong hold for Cowboys fans and player collectors; 1/1 cards hold a unique niche appeal in the modern hobby.
Similar Cards
Other Jason Witten 1/1 parallels, Panini Plates & Patches printing plates from various years, and high-end Dallas Cowboys inserts.
Display & Preservation
Store in a UV-protected magnetic holder (one-touch) or graded slab in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent scratching the metallic surface.
Interesting Facts
Printing plates are literal components used by the printing press to apply ink to trading cards, making each of the four plates (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) a true 1/1 master piece for a set.