Jimmie Johnson (Note: This is a NASCAR racing card, not a football card)
NASCAR Driver (Stock Car Racing) · Hendrick Motorsports (#48 Lowe's Chevrolet)
Panini Black Racing #Not visible
Year & Era
2010s — Modern Racing Era
Card Type
Parallel / Insert — Black Foil / Chrome Finish
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (NM-MT)
Rarity
Uncommon insert or parallel from a high-end Panini product, though limited by non-football sport market demand
Overall Assessment
An attractive modern chromium-style racing card featuring a legendary driver, excellent for a motorsport fan or Jimmie Johnson PC
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (NM-MT)
Centering Assessment
Front: Appears relatively balanced left-to-right with foil border constraints, Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Glossy surface with metallic foil accents; clean overall appearance with no major scratches visible in the photo
Corner Condition
Sharp corners appear intact, though minor corner softening cannot be fully ruled out without closer inspection
Edge Condition
Clean black edges with minimal chipping typical of premium black-border card stocks
Print Quality
High-end chromium finish with sharp foil stamping and reflective vertical panel effects characteristic of Panini Black
Estimated Value
5 to 25 USD depending on exact parallel variation and checklist numbering
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with standard pack-pulled condition for Panini Black modern racing releases
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini branding, correct foil reflectivity, and authentic card stock thickness
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA, though grading fees generally outweigh the raw value for standard inserts of non-football athletes
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed in the image; standard handling wear only
Provenance Notes
Sourced from modern hobby or retail Panini trading card packs
Historical Context
Jimmie Johnson is a legendary 7-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, tying the record with Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt
Market Trends
Niche market with steady collector interest specifically for Jimmie Johnson legacy items
Investment Potential
Stable niche collectible; value is tied to racing memorabilia demand rather than mainstream football card markets
Similar Cards
Other Panini Black or Panini Prizm Racing parallels featuring 7-time NASCAR Cup Series champions
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Though submitted as a football card inquiry, this card features NASCAR superstar Jimmie Johnson in his iconic #48 Lowe's machine