Vonn Bell
Safety · New Orleans Saints / Cincinnati Bengals / Carolina Panthers
Donruss Clear Vision #Not visible
Year & Era
2016 - Modern Era
Card Type
Rookie Card Clear Vision Acetate Parallel Numbered /29
Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Short-printed acetate insert parallel numbered out of 29 copies, making it quite scarce for a non-superstar player.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking, low-numbered rookie acetate card from a popular Panini insert set, ideal for New Orleans Saints or Ohio State alumni collectors.
Condition Grade
Raw - appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front: 50/50 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom; Acetate cards generally have solid pre-cut dimensions.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; acetate cards are prone to minor hairline scratches from handling and sliding inside penny sleeves or top loaders.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners typical of sturdy acetate stock, showing no apparent rounding or dinging.
Edge Condition
Clean and smooth cut edges along all four sides with no chipping.
Print Quality
High-quality transparent acetate printing with gold foil accents and crisp player imaging.
Estimated Value
15 to 40 USD depending on exact serial numbering and current player market demand.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to other low-numbered 2016 Clear Vision rookies with clean surfaces and intact foil stamps.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct acetate thickness, consistent foil stamping quality, and match the serial numbering stamp style used by Panini in 2016.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or Beckett (BGS) due to their familiarity with clear acetate slabs, though grading may not be financially worthwhile given the low raw value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard acetate minor surface scuffs may be present under direct light.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from 2016 Panini Donruss NFL hobby packs containing Clear Vision inserts.
Historical Context
Vonn Bell was a second-round draft pick out of Ohio State in 2016, going on to become a reliable starting safety in the NFL.
Market Trends
Stable to modest collector demand focused primarily on team set builders and player supercollectors.
Investment Potential
Low-to-moderate investment potential, best suited for player collectors or team set completionists rather than financial investors.
Similar Cards
2016 Donruss Rated Rookies Vonn Bell, 2016 Panini Prizm Rookie cards of Vonn Bell.
Display & Preservation
Store inside a soft penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or magnetic one-touch case away from direct sunlight to prevent warping and scratching.
Interesting Facts
Clear Vision acetate cards are notorious for showing the slightest fingerprint or surface hairline scratch under direct light.