Jerry Rice
Wide Receiver · San Francisco 49ers / Oakland Raiders / Seattle Seahawks
Panini Select Football #Not visible (Estimated base or parallel insert subset card)
Year & Era
2013 — Modern Era
Card Type
Veteran / Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (Estimated PSA 8-9)
Rarity
Common to uncommon depending on the parallel level (e.g., base vs. Prizm or numbered parallel).
Overall Assessment
A visually striking tribute to the GOAT wide receiver from a popular modern Panini brand, ideal for player collectors and set builders looking for attractive display pieces.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (Estimated PSA 8-9)
Centering Assessment
Front appears slightly heavy to the right edge with a balanced top-bottom split.
Surface Condition
Appears generally clean with standard gloss reflective quality typical of Select stock, though minor hairline scratches may be present upon direct light inspection.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with minimal to no visible fraying or rounding under standard lighting.
Edge Condition
Clean edges overall with standard Panini card stock thickness and foil borders intact.
Print Quality
High print quality with sharp player imagery and vibrant blue foil background accents characteristic of the Select brand.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 raw; potentially $30 - $50 if graded PSA 9 or higher depending on the exact parallel tier.
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical modern Panini Select retail or hobby pull quality, featuring typical slight right-side centering bias common to the set.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Panini branding, correct font styles, foil stamping reflection, and standard card stock weight.
Grading Recommendation
Raw condition is likely not worth the cost of professional grading unless it is a rare numbered parallel, given the modest raw market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard card preservation recommended.
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from Panini Select hobby or retail wax boxes.
Historical Context
Jerry Rice is widely considered the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, holding nearly every major receiving record including receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions.
Market Trends
Stable market for vintage legends and retired Hall of Fame wide receivers, though modern inserts fluctuate based on broader hobby demand.
Investment Potential
Stable long-term hold due to Rice's legendary status, though cards from modern secondary sets generally see modest, steady appreciation rather than dramatic spikes.
Similar Cards
2013 Panini Select base cards, Topps Chrome legends inserts, and other Panini vintage-player subsets.
Display & Preservation
Best protected using a standard penny sleeve followed by a rigid top loader or a one-touch magnetic holder stored away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Select is one of Panini's premier multi-tiered sets featuring Concourse, Premier Level, and Mezzanine tiers, making insert and parallel identification highly sought after by set builders.