2018
2018 Panini Obsidian Football Hobby Box
Panini football
Sold out at every shop we track, in Canada and the US.
Sold out at every shop we track, in Canada and the US.
Other releases of Panini Obsidian
Frequently asked
What makes 2018 Obsidian different from other chrome sets?
Obsidian uses a black opti-chrome background instead of the silver you see in Prizm or Chrome. The Electric Etch parallels add bright colored outlines (purple, orange, green, yellow, red) that really pop against the dark card stock. It's a premium look that stands out.
Who are the key rookie cards to chase?
The big names are Saquon Barkley, Baker Mayfield, Lamar Jackson, and Calvin Ridley. All 100 rookies are numbered to 100 copies, and they come in Rookie Jersey Autographs and Rookie Jersey Ink versions with multiple Electric Etch parallels.
How many autographs or hits do I get per box?
Each box guarantees 4 autographs or memorabilia cards. The product doesn't break down the exact split between autos and relics, but you're getting four hits every time. You'll also pull 2 Electric Etch parallels and 1 base card.
What veteran and retired players are signed in this set?
Aurora Autos include Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Ben Roethlisberger, and Carson Wentz among active players. Retired legends like Joe Montana, Peyton Manning, Brett Favre, and Jerry Rice also have autographs in the product.
How do the Electric Etch parallels work?
Every card in the base set and many inserts come in six Electric Etch parallel tiers. Purple is the most common at /75, then Orange (/50), Green (/25), Yellow (/10), Red (/5), and White Finite (1/1). The lower the number, the rarer and more valuable the card.
What's Vitreous and why is it a case hit?
Vitreous is a die-cut insert featuring 10 of the best rookie stars. It's a case hit, meaning you need to buy a full case (12 boxes) to have a good shot at pulling one. These are numbered to 100 and also come in Electric Etch parallels.
Are all cards in this product numbered?
Yes. No card in Obsidian has more than 100 copies. The base set (100 veterans and 100 rookies) is numbered to 100, and all inserts and autographs are also limited to 100 or fewer copies, making the entire product feel premium and collectible.
What are the best inserts in 2018 Panini Obsidian?
Worth keeping an eye out for: Rookie Jersey Autographs, Rookie Jersey Ink, Aurora Autos, Electric Etch Parallels, Vitreous (Case hit), Galaxy Gear.
When did 2018 Panini Obsidian come out?
It dropped December 5, 2018.
What's in a 2018 Panini Obsidian hobby box?
1 pack per box, 7 cards per pack, 12 boxes per case
Where can I buy 2018 Panini Obsidian?
We track listings across the major North American card shops and surface the best price up top. The Buy on eBay links go through the eBay Partner Network.
2018 Panini Obsidian Football
2018 Panini Obsidian Football is a premium opti-chrome set with dark backgrounds and bright Electric Etch parallels that make the cards pop. Each box delivers four autographs or memorabilia cards, with rookie autos like Saquon Barkley, Baker Mayfield, and Calvin Ridley leading the chase.
Autographs
4 Hits per box (autographs or memorabilia)
On average per hobby box
- 2 Electric Etch Parallels
- 1 Base card
Inserts to watch
- Rookie Jersey Autographs First-year players signed on jersey cards, numbered to 100 with Electric Etch parallels down to 1/1.
- Rookie Jersey Ink Rookie autos paired with two memorabilia swatches, numbered to 100 with Electric Etch parallels.
- Aurora Autos Veteran and retired star autographs including Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, and Joe Montana, with Electric Etch parallels capped at /25 or less.
- Electric Etch Parallels Bright colored etching on black backgrounds in Purple (/75), Orange (/50), Green (/25), Yellow (/10), Red (/5), and White Finite (1/1) tiers.
- Vitreous Case hit Die-cut insert featuring 10 of the best rookie stars, numbered to 100 with Electric Etch parallels.
- Galaxy Gear Die-cut memorabilia insert celebrating top NFL talent.
Fast facts
- Released
- December 5, 2018
- Box config
- 1 pack per box, 7 cards per pack, 12 boxes per case
- Set size
- 200 cards
- Top rookie
- Josh Allen