Adrian Peterson
Running Back · Oklahoma Sooners / Minnesota Vikings
Panini Select Draft Picks #Not visible
Year & Era
2012 - Modern Era
Card Type
Base Collegiate Card
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Rarity
Common base card with high print run relative to parallels
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive collegiate card of an all-time great running back, ideal for player PC (personal collection) builders on a budget
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: roughly 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom
Surface Condition
Near Mint with normal gloss and no major scratches visible from the angle
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with slight potential softness under heavy magnification, typical of raw cards
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting quality
Print Quality
High-quality Panini chromium finish with crisp foil accents and clear photography
Estimated Value
1 to 5 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical factory-fresh examples from Panini Select Draft Picks retail/hobby boxes
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock weight, authentic chromium refractor/glossy sheen, and clean typography on the back
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading due to low raw value unless part of a personal collection or bulk submission
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Originally distributed in Panini Select Draft Picks football wax packs or boxes
Historical Context
Features Adrian Peterson in his Oklahoma Sooners uniform, commemorating his legendary collegiate career before becoming an NFL MVP
Market Trends
Stable market for collegiate cards of Hall of Fame caliber running backs
Investment Potential
Low financial investment potential due to being a non-rookie collegiate base card, but strong sentimental value for player collectors
Similar Cards
2012 Panini Select base cards, other Adrian Peterson collegiate inserts and parallels
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
Adrian Peterson is one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, rushing for over 2,000 yards in the 2012 NFL season just after this card's release year