Emmitt Smith
Running Back · Dallas Cowboys
Panini National Treasures Super Bowl Immortality #Not visible
Year & Era
2013 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert / Die-Cut Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Good to Very Good (PSA 3-4 equivalent)
Rarity
Short-printed insert from a high-end luxury set, but condition heavily diminishes collectible scarcity value
Overall Assessment
A visually striking high-end insert of a legendary Hall of Famer, severely impacted by condition issues including edge chipping and corner wear
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Good to Very Good (PSA 3-4 equivalent)
Centering Assessment
Front: Heavy top-to-bottom imbalance with top border severely compromised; Back: Not visible
Surface Condition
Fair condition with visible scuffing and potential paper loss near the top right edge
Corner Condition
Bottom-right and top-right corners show significant rounding and wear, typical of heavy handling
Edge Condition
Top edge shows notable chipping, roughness, and surface peeling along the border
Print Quality
High-end foil stamping and die-cut elements typical of National Treasures, though hampered by severe edge wear
Estimated Value
$5 to $20 raw, depending on buyer demand for damaged high-end inserts
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy is significantly below average compared to surviving graded population reports due to heavy corner and top edge damage
Authentication Tips
Check for authentic foil textured embossing, glossy card stock weight, and proper back typography under magnification
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading due to extensive edge and corner damage which would yield a low numerical grade not worth the grading fees
Red Flags
No signs of modern counterfeiting, but severe wear requires caution regarding potential structural delamination
Provenance Notes
Pulled from high-end Panini National Treasures hobby boxes where packs originally retailed for hundreds of dollars
Historical Context
Emmitt Smith is the NFL's all-time leading rusher and a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Dallas Cowboys
Market Trends
Stable demand for Emmitt Smith memorabilia, but heavily damaged cards in premium sets generally see stagnant or low collector interest
Investment Potential
Low investment potential in current condition; primarily suited for a budget player PC (Personal Collection)
Similar Cards
Panini National Treasures base and insert cards of Hall of Fame running backs like Barry Sanders and Walter Payton
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight and humidity
Interesting Facts
National Treasures is considered one of the premier ultra-high-end brands in modern sports card collecting