Okay, here’s my blog post about my experience with Russell Wilson rookie cards:
So, I started getting into collecting sports cards a while back, right? And it’s been a wild ride, let me tell you. I remembered the year 2012, a big year of sports cards because of the Panini Prizm inception. I also recalled it’s also Wilson’s rookie year. Just like Stefon Diggs. You see all these guys, especially quarterbacks, their rookie cards just skyrocket in value.
I figured, “Hey, why not jump on the Russell Wilson train?” He’s always in the playoffs, you know? Perennially leading the team. It’s like, he was a safe bet. I dug around online, checked out some forums, and found that his 2012 cards were the ones to get.
Then I started hunting. I hit up local card shops, scoured online marketplaces, the whole nine yards. It was a bit of a treasure hunt, not gonna lie. I found a few that were in pretty good condition, but the prices were all over the place.
I ended up snagging a couple of his rookie cards. One was a base Prizm, which is like, the standard one. Nothing too fancy. And then I splurged a little and got a rarer parallel version. It’s got this shiny, holographic look to it. Pretty sweet, if you ask me.
Now, the waiting game begins. I’m keeping these cards tucked away safely. I checked some professional grading services. Decided not to grade now. I’ll see if I can get them graded down the line, maybe that’ll boost their value even more. It’s all about the long game with these things. You gotta be patient, see how the market goes. And with a player like Wilson, I’m feeling pretty good about it. He’s a legend in the making, and I’ve got a piece of his early career.
- Started collecting sports cards.
- Recalled 2012 was Wilson’s rookie year.
- Figured out to buy Russell Wilson card.
- Hunted for cards online and locally.
- Bought a base Prizm and a rarer parallel.
- Decided not to grade for now.
- Waiting for value appreciation.
What I Learned
It’s a fun hobby, but it’s also a bit of an investment, you know? You gotta do your research, know what you’re getting into. But when you finally get that card you’ve been looking for, it’s a great feeling. Like, you’ve got a little piece of sports history in your hands.
