Sergio Agüero
Striker (Forward). While primarily a soccer player, his cards are categorized within the broader 'International Football' or 'Soccer' hobby. Agüero is one of the most prolific goalscorers in Premier League history, which maintains high desirability for his cards. · Manchester City
Panini Prizm Premier League - History Maker Insert #HM-14
Year & Era
2017-18 — Modern Chrome/Prizm Era
Card Type
Insert - History Maker
Grade
Raw — Appears Excellent to Near Mint (Estimated 7.0 - 8.0)
Rarity
Relatively Common. As an insert in the retail and hobby versions of 2017 Prizm, it is not a 'short-print' but is scarcer than standard base cards.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful mid-tier insert of a Premier League legend. Its primary value is for player-set collectors or fans of the Panini Prizm brand's early soccer efforts.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Excellent to Near Mint (Estimated 7.0 - 8.0)
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-to-Right. The gold etched borders show a slight bias towards the right side. Centering appears fairly standard for this specific insert series.
Surface Condition
Surface shows visible light surface scratches and minor finger smudges. The metallic finish of the 2017 Prizm stock is highly susceptible to hairline scratches that can drop the grade.
Corner Condition
Corners show minor whitening/softening, particularly visible on the bottom right corner. The top left corner appears relatively sharp but shows light handling wear.
Edge Condition
Edges show minor silvering (chipping along the metallic layer), which is common for chrome-style products of this era when not immediately sleeved.
Print Quality
High. The etched 'History Maker' texture is well-defined, and the color saturation of the Manchester City kit is vibrant and accurate.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw). Graded Gem Mint (PSA 10) copies can fetch significantly more (approx. $80-$120), but this specific copy is unlikely to achieve that grade.
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is mid-range. Many known examples suffer from the same 'dimpling' or surface scratches characteristic of the 2017 chrome stock.
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinct Panini Prizm 'etched' feel on the gold waves. Counterfeits often lack the tactile depth and have blurry logos in the Premier League lion emblem.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless for personal collection (Slab choice: PSA). The current raw condition suggests a grade that would not increase the card's market value beyond the grading fee.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The wear patterns are consistent with authentic Panini stock of this era.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Panini Prizm Premier League packs. This was an era where soccer cards began a massive surge in global popularity.
Historical Context
At the time this card was released, Agüero was actively cementimg his status as Manchester City's all-time leading scorer. The 'History Maker' title is literal.
Market Trends
Stable. Agüero's retirement due to health reasons solidified his legacy, ensuring his key inserts remain 'blue chip' items for Manchester City collectors.
Investment Potential
Low to Moderate. While a legend, veteran inserts like this rarely see explosive growth compared to rookie cards or numbered parallels.
Similar Cards
2017 Panini Prizm base #17, 2017 Panini Prizm 'Flash' Parallels, and any of his 2011-12 Rookie Year cards (though this card is a veteran year).
Display & Preservation
Placed in a PVC-free penny sleeve and a top loader. Direct light should be avoided to prevent fading of the gold-tinted foil.
Interesting Facts
Agüero holds the record for the most Premier League hat-tricks (12) and is most famous for the '93:20' goal that won City their first Premier League title.