Ryan Blaney
NASCAR Cup Series Driver · Team Penske
Donruss Racing — Race Kings #RK-12 (Estimated based on set numbering conventions)
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Racing Card Era
Card Type
Numbered Parallel (Purple Laser /149)
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (Estimated PSA 9)
Rarity
Numbered out of 149 copies (Serial numbered 068/149 visible on the left border)
Overall Assessment
A visually appealing serial-numbered parallel of a top-tier NASCAR champion, offering great aesthetic value for racing collectors despite modest monetary worth
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (Estimated PSA 9)
Centering Assessment
Front: Slightly heavy to the left, Back: Not visible in image
Surface Condition
Clean laser/cracked ice foil surface with no visible major scratches or scuffs
Corner Condition
Sharp corners visible under normal lighting, minor softening possible upon close inspection
Edge Condition
Clean factory cut edges along top, bottom, and sides with no noticeable chipping
Print Quality
High-gloss chrome-style finish with vibrant purple laser/cracked ice refraction patterns
Estimated Value
5 to 15 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for modern Panini retail/hobby parallels with standard centering tolerances
Authentication Tips
Verify serial numbering stamp on the front, licensed Panini branding, and correct card stock thickness
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal PC, as raw value is lower than total grading costs
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic and unaltered
Provenance Notes
Pulled from a 2023 Panini Donruss Racing hobby or retail pack
Historical Context
Ryan Blaney is a premier NASCAR Cup Series Champion, adding enduring collectibility to his licensed racing cards
Market Trends
Stable pricing tied to race performance, championship momentum, and general interest in non-traditional sports cards
Investment Potential
Modest long-term hold suitable primarily for driver fans and NASCAR memorabilia collectors
Similar Cards
Other modern Ryan Blaney parallels from Panini Prizm, Donruss, and Topps NASCAR sets
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
The Race Kings insert subset is a long-standing staple of the Donruss brand, originally starting in baseball before expanding across sports