Christian Watson Appraisal

Christian Watson Panini Select Football Trading Card

This item is a modern football trading card, specifically a 'parallels' or 'insert' card from the Panini 'Select' series, featuring Christian Watson. The card is rectangular, made of a coated cardstock material, with dimensions typical for trading cards (approx. 2.5 x 3.5 inches). The front design is visually striking, characterized by vibrant blue and gold-colored borders that frame the central action shot of Christian Watson. He is depicted in a full-stride running pose, wearing a green and yellow uniform with the number '1' clearly visible, suggesting he is associated with the North Dakota State Bison collegiate team based on the colors and the player's history. The player image is further highlighted by a bright, almost neon, white outline, making him pop against a slightly blurred background that appears to be a football field during a game. The card features a prominent 'Select' logo at the top center, indicating the brand and series. Below the player's image, his name, 'CHRISTIAN WATSON', is printed in a clean, sans-serif font on a dark background. The card exhibits a holographic or prismatic effect, especially on the blue and gold elements, which creates a dynamic shimmer when viewed from different angles, a characteristic often found in higher-tier 'parallels' of modern trading card sets. The card appears to be in excellent condition, with sharp corners and edges, and no visible creasing, scratches, or surface wear, indicating it has likely been well-preserved or recently acquired. The overall craftsmanship suggests a mass-produced item with a strong emphasis on visual appeal and collectible rarity.