2025-26 PANINI
ALVIN KAMARA
FINAL GRADE
8
NM-MT
Card Info
Year
2025-26
Company
PANINI
Name
ALVIN KAMARA
Set
ABSOLUTE FOOTBALL
Number
#36
Summary
This 2025 Panini Absolute Football Alvin Kamara card, #36, presents in Near Mint-Mint condition, earning an overall grade of 8. The card exhibits very good centering on both the front and back, with ratios of approximately 60/40, which is well within the acceptable range for this grade. The corners are sharp, with only minor factory imperfections or a very slight touch of wear on one or two corners, visible upon close inspection.
The edges are largely clean and sharp, showing minimal signs of handling or manufacturing flaws. The surface retains excellent original gloss, with any minor imperfections such as faint print lines or tiny factory dimples being largely inconspicuous. Print quality is strong, with crisp imagery and vibrant colors, free from significant print defects.
Overall, this card is a very strong example, showcasing excellent preservation with only minor flaws that are consistent with a Near Mint-Mint grade. It offers superb eye appeal for collectors seeking high-quality examples of this key player.
The edges are largely clean and sharp, showing minimal signs of handling or manufacturing flaws. The surface retains excellent original gloss, with any minor imperfections such as faint print lines or tiny factory dimples being largely inconspicuous. Print quality is strong, with crisp imagery and vibrant colors, free from significant print defects.
Overall, this card is a very strong example, showcasing excellent preservation with only minor flaws that are consistent with a Near Mint-Mint grade. It offers superb eye appeal for collectors seeking high-quality examples of this key player.
Subgrades
Centering
8
The card exhibits very good centering on both the front and back. The front presents with an approximate 60/40 ratio from left to right, and a similar 60/40 ratio from top to bottom. The back shows comparable centering, maintaining a strong visual appeal consistent with the grade.
Corners
8
All four corners are sharp with excellent form. Upon close inspection, one or two corners may show a very minor touch of wear or a slight factory imperfection, visible only under magnification, which does not significantly detract from the card's overall presentation.
Edges
8
The edges are predominantly clean and sharp, maintaining their original integrity. There may be one or two very minor specks of white showing or a slight rough cut along an edge, but no significant chipping, fraying, or noticeable wear is present.
Surface
8
The card's surface is in excellent condition, retaining much of its original factory gloss. Minor imperfections may include one or two faint print lines, a tiny factory dimple, or a very light surface scratch that is not easily visible without direct light and close scrutiny. There are no creases, significant indentations, or major scuffing.
Print Quality
8
Print quality is crisp and vibrant with excellent color registration. The image of Alvin Kamara is sharp and clear. Minor print imperfections, such as a very small print dot or a slight, unnoticeable color shift, may be present but do not detract from the card's strong visual appeal.
