Q1What makes 2018 National Treasures so expensive?
Every single card in the box is either an autograph, memorabilia card, or a combination of both. There are no base cards or filler. You're guaranteed 8 hits per box, with one being a booklet card.
Q2Which rookies are in this set?
The big names are Shohei Ohtani, Ronald Acuna Jr., Juan Soto, Gleyber Torres, Ozzie Albies, and Rhys Hoskins. They appear in Rookie Material Signatures with on-card autographs and large material swatches, plus other rookie-focused inserts.
Q3What's a booklet card?
Booklet cards are oversized multi-panel cards that open like a book. You're guaranteed one per box. They can feature multiple signatures, large material pieces, or combinations of both. Some of the most premium booklets include the Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig dual-signature piece.
Q4Are there parallels and numbered versions?
Yes. Rookie Material Signatures come in Gold (/49), Holo Gold (/25), Holo Silver (/10), Brand Logo (1/1), Platinum (1/1), Printing Plates (1/1), and Tag (1/1). Base cards and other inserts also have parallel versions with varying print runs.
Q5What kind of memorabilia is in this product?
Beyond standard jersey swatches, you'll find bat barrel nameplates, ID tags from player gear, and cleats. These unique pieces appear in inserts like Game Gear Signatures and Century Materials.
Q6How many boxes are in a case?
Four boxes per case. Each box contains 8 cards, so a full case yields 32 cards total, all of which are autographs or memorabilia.
Q7What Hall of Famers are featured?
The set spans baseball history with legends like Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, and many others. You'll find them in base cards, Hall of Fame Signatures, and booklet inserts.
Q8What are the best inserts in 2018 Panini National Treasures?
Worth keeping an eye out for: Rookie Material Signatures, Rookie Triple Material Ink, Rookie Signature Jumbo Material Booklet, Legendary Lineups Booklets, Game Gear Signatures, Hall of Fame Signatures.
Q9When did 2018 Panini National Treasures come out?
It dropped September 26, 2018.
Q10What's in a 2018 Panini National Treasures hobby box?
1 pack per box, 8 cards per pack, 4 boxes per case
Q11Where can I buy 2018 Panini National Treasures?
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What to Expect
2018 Panini National Treasures Baseball
2018 Panini National Treasures Baseball is a premium product where every single card is either an autograph, memorabilia card, or both. The set features rookie sensations like Shohei Ohtani, Ronald Acuna Jr., Juan Soto, and Gleyber Torres alongside Hall of Famers and current stars.
Autographs
8Autographs or memorabilia cards per box (all 8 cards are hits)
On average per hobby box
1Booklet card (guaranteed)
7Additional autographs and memorabilia cards
Inserts to watch
Rookie Material SignaturesOn-card autographs with oversized material swatches featuring the 2018 rookie class including Ohtani, Acuna, Soto, Torres, Albies, and Hoskins.
Rookie Triple Material InkMulti-signature rookie cards combining ink from three prospects on a single card.
Rookie Signature Jumbo Material BookletOversized booklet cards pairing rookie autographs with large material swatches.
Legendary Lineups BookletsNew booklet format bringing together memorabilia from nine all-time greats spread across three panels with substantial swatches.
Game Gear SignaturesAutographed cards featuring unique memorabilia like bat barrel nameplates, ID tags, and cleats from player gear.
Hall of Fame SignaturesAutographed cards of baseball legends spanning multiple eras, from Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig to modern Hall of Famers.
Fast facts
Released
September 26, 2018
Box config
1 pack per box, 8 cards per pack, 4 boxes per case
