The 2023 Donruss Elite WWE trading card release offers collectors a premium product with significant hits and parallels. Here are the key checklist components:
Set Overview
Part of the Donruss portfolio licensed by Panini America, this high-end WWE release features serial-numbered parallels and exclusive memorabilia/autograph cards.
Base Set (100 Cards)
The core set consists of 100 base cards showcasing prominent WWE Superstars. Cards have simple foil accents reflecting the Elite design.
Inserts
- Elite Series (30 Cards): Premium photo artwork with advanced foil techniques, representing the flagship insert.
- Canvas (100 Cards): Unique artistic renditions of WWE Superstars.
- Dominance (25 Cards): Highlights wrestlers known for their impactful ring presence.
Hits (Auto/Relic Cards)
Highly sought-after guaranteed “hits” per box include:
- Authentic Signatures: Player autographs, often featuring variants like “Spectra Signatures” or “Draft Picks Autographs”.
- Worn Relics: Genuine pieces of ring-worn or event-used gear from WWE Superstars.
- Combo Cards: Autograph + Relic cards featuring single or dual subjects.
- Rookie Ink: New talent autographs carrying high collector interest.
Parallels
Base, insert, and hit cards feature numerous visually distinct parallels, many serial-numbered:
- Holo Pink (Retail)
- Hyper Blue
- Lime Green
- Orange
- Red (Numbered)
- Blue Sparkle (Numbered)
- Gold (Numbered)
- Black (Low-Numbered)
- Press Proof (Gold, Black)
- Supernova / Kaleidoscope (High-end)
Exact parallel tiers, numbering thresholds, and odds varied per release wave. The focus remains on premium hits and rarity.
