Jim Kelly
Quarterback · Buffalo Bills
2019 Panini Prizm Football #Not visible
Year & Era
2019 — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Excellent-to-Near Mint (Estimated PSA 6 or 7)
Rarity
Common base card with a massive print run typical of modern Panini Prizm retail or hobby releases.
Overall Assessment
An affordable and iconic card of a Hall of Fame quarterback, ideal for casual player collectors, though limited in value and condition due to centering issues and minor edge wear.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Excellent-to-Near Mint (Estimated PSA 6 or 7)
Centering Assessment
Front appears noticeably off-center with heavier weight toward the right and top edges.
Surface Condition
Some surface scratches and potential roller marks typical of raw chrome cards, but retains decent gloss.
Corner Condition
Bottom-right and top-right corners show slight rounding and softening under close visual inspection.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping and edge wear visible along the right side borders.
Print Quality
Standard Panini Prizm chrome finish with decent color saturation, though subject to common factory print lines.
Estimated Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00 USD; Graded (PSA 9): $10.00 - $15.00 USD; Graded (PSA 10): $25.00 - $40.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering and edge wear fall below the average standards required for high-grade (PSA 9/10) submissions.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct card stock weight, glossy chromium sheen, and crisp printing resolution under a loupe.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading given the visible off-centering and edge wear, as grading fees would exceed the card's value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags of counterfeiting or alteration observed; standard raw modern card wear.
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from standard 2019 Panini Prizm retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Jim Kelly led the Buffalo Bills to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances in the early 1990s and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2002.
Market Trends
Stable market demand for Hall of Fame veteran cards, though base cards generally hold low liquidity compared to colored parallels.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for this specific raw base card; primarily recommended as a personal collection piece for Bills fans.
Similar Cards
2019 Panini Prizm inserts of Jim Kelly, other 1990s legends in modern Prizm sets, and Jim Kelly base cards from Topps or Donruss.
Display & Preservation
Store in a standard penny sleeve inside a top loader or a semi-rigid holder, kept away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Interesting Facts
Jim Kelly was famously drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the 1983 NFL Draft but initially played in the USFL for the Houston Gamblers before joining the NFL in 1986.