Lamar Jackson
Quarterback · Louisville Cardinals
Panini Select Draft Picks - Select Stars #Not visible
Year & Era
2018 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert parallel from collegiate product, relatively high print run compared to numbered parallels
Overall Assessment
A great looking insert card of an elite NFL quarterback in his college uniform, offering solid appeal for player collectors at an affordable entry point
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: Fairly well-centered, slight heavy left-to-right bias; Back: Not visible in photo
Surface Condition
Appears clean with standard chrome gloss, no major scratches or print lines visible under normal lighting
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minor softening possible upon closer inspection
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no major chipping or silver foil flaking observed
Print Quality
High quality chrome stock with vibrant red and gold foil stamping typical of Panini Select
Estimated Value
$10 - $25 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical centering tolerances for Panini Select collegiate products from 2018
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock weight, authentic Panini foil sheen, and crisp font typography under magnification
Grading Recommendation
Raw display recommended unless centering and surface inspection under 10x loupe reveal a pristine 10 candidate, as grading costs may outweigh raw value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed from the provided image
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from 2018 Panini Select Draft Picks hobby or retail packs
Historical Context
Features Lamar Jackson during his standout collegiate career at Louisville prior to being drafted by the Baltimore Ravens
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by Lamar Jackson's status as a multi-time NFL MVP, though collegiate cards generally command lower premiums than NFL uniform rookies
Investment Potential
Hold for long-term personal collection, stable value tied to player legacy rather than high-end investment ROI
Similar Cards
2018 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Lamar Jackson, 2018 Donruss Optic Collegiate Lamar Jackson
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic case away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
Lamar Jackson won the Heisman Trophy in 2016 while at Louisville, making his collegiate cards highly sought after by player collectors