Charvarius Ward
Cornerback · Kansas City Chiefs
Panini Score Football ##158
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Rarity
Common; mass-produced base card with high print volume.
Overall Assessment
This is a standard base veteran card in mid-grade condition. It holds sentimental value for Chiefs fans but lacks the rarity or condition required for financial investment. Ideal for team set builders or young collectors.
Condition Grade
6.0 (EX-MT) estimated
Centering Assessment
Poor centering; significantly skewed toward the right edge and tilted slightly clockwise.
Surface Condition
Good with visible gloss, but shows multiple white specks and possible dust/scuffs from lying on a rough carpet surface.
Corner Condition
Bottom right corner shows visible softening/blunting; other corners appear relatively sharp for a paper-stock card.
Edge Condition
Rough edges visible, particularly on the right-hand side with minor chipping/nicks in the white border.
Print Quality
Average for the Score set; standard ink saturation but suffers from the typical centering issues found in retail-heavy products.
Estimated Value
$0.25 - $1.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower quality than typical pack-fresh copies due to poor centering and handling wear from being placed unprotected on carpet.
Authentication Tips
Check for the holofoil logo on the back and ensure card stock is the standard thin, gloss-coated paper specific to Panini Score.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of the grading fee far exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No signs of counterfeit; however, surface debris and poor storage (unprotected) are major condition red flags.
Provenance Notes
Distributed primarily through retail hangers, blasters, and hobby boxes of 2021 Score Football.
Historical Context
Charvarius Ward was a key defensive piece for the Chiefs during their Super Bowl era before moving to the 49ers; Score is Panini's long-running entry-level set.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; Defensive player base cards from low-end sets typically remain at 'common' bin prices regardless of player performance.
Investment Potential
Minimal. Base cards of non-star defensive players rarely appreciate in value; this is a 'collector' card rather than an 'investor' card.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Charvarius Ward, 2021 Donruss Charvarius Ward, or L'Jarius Sneed Score base cards.
Display & Preservation
Should be placed in a PVC-free penny sleeve and a top loader to prevent further surface scratching and corner wear.
Interesting Facts
Ward went from an undrafted free agent out of Middle Tennessee to a Pro Bowl caliber cornerback and Super Bowl Champion.