Peyton Manning
Quarterback · Indianapolis Colts
Donruss Rookies & Stars (Panini) #46
Year & Era
2010 - Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw - appears Excellent to Near-Mint (EX-NM) around 6-7
Rarity
Common base card; high production volume typical for early 2010s Panini retail and hobby sets.
Overall Assessment
A clean, authentic base card of a Hall of Fame legend. Ideal for a Colts fan or Peyton Manning player collector, but lacks the rarity for high-end investment.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Excellent to Near-Mint (EX-NM) around 6-7
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40) and slightly top-heavy.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; some minor surface dimpling and minor light scratches visible under the light reflected on the top right.
Corner Condition
Left bottom corner shows visible white chipping/softening; other corners appear relatively sharp with minor wear.
Edge Condition
Some minor silvering or chipping along the bottom edge; side edges look generally clean.
Print Quality
Standard production quality for the era; features a matte-finish stock with high-contrast graphic elements.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $5.00 (Raw); $15.00 - $25.00 (PSA 9)
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy has standard centering for the set, though the corner wear on the bottom left makes it a lower grade than 'Gem Mint' copies found in registry sets.
Authentication Tips
Check for the official NFL hologram on the card back and the Panini logo. Counterfeits of base cards from this era are extremely rare due to low value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading (approx $20+) exceeds the market value of the slabbed card for a base veteran.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears authentic and unaltered.
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Donruss Rookies & Stars hobby and retail packs in 2010.
Historical Context
Dating from the end of Manning's legendary tenure with the Colts, shortly before his neck injury and move to Denver. Manning is a 5-time MVP and HOFer.
Market Trends
Stable. Peyton Manning base cards from his Colts era remain popular with player collectors but do not fluctuate wildly like rookie cards or low-pop parallels.
Investment Potential
Low long-term financial growth expected. This is a collector's piece rather than an investment vehicle.
Similar Cards
2010 Topps Peyton Manning, 2010 Panini Prizm Peyton Manning, or 2010 Rookies & Stars Tom Brady.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a standard 20pt toploader to prevent further edge chipping and corner softening.
Interesting Facts
The 2010 Rookies & Stars set was known for its 'Star' shaped background graphics which were polarizing among collectors at the time.