Ben Roethlisberger
Quarterback · Pittsburgh Steelers
Donruss Optic #Not visible
Year & Era
2021 — Modern Era
Card Type
Base Veteran Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Common base card with a high print run.
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive base card of a legendary quarterback, ideal for a Steelers fan or player collector.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears reasonably well-centered, slight heavy side-to-side variation typical of modern retail/hobby packs.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss with standard factory refractor lines or minor micro-scratches typical of unslabbed modern chrome cards.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible rounding or soft tips.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting; no notable chipping or whitening.
Print Quality
High gloss finish, good color saturation, crisp action shot typical of the Optic chromium technology.
Estimated Value
$2 - $5 raw; up to $15-$25 if graded Gem Mint 10.
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for the 2021 Optic set with standard centering and sharp corners.
Authentication Tips
Check for the distinct Optic chromium gloss, standard back text, and proper licensed team logos.
Grading Recommendation
Raw is fine; grading is not recommended due to low raw card value unless part of a bulk submission.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from 2021 Donruss Optic retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Features Big Ben near the conclusion of his illustrious career with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining following Roethlisberger's retirement.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for a base veteran card, best held for player PC collections.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Ben Roethlisberger, 2021 Donruss Base Ben Roethlisberger
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top-loader or magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Ben Roethlisberger is a two-time Super Bowl champion and future Hall of Famer.