Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Jacques Laperriere #144 Montreal Canadiens VG-EX 4
Secure a piece of Montreal Canadiens royalty with this vintage 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Jacques Laperriere #144 card. Jacques Laperriere, a legendary Hall of Fame defenseman, was the backbone of the Canadiens' blueline for over a decade. Known for his "solid defense-man" playstyle—as noted on this card's unique bilingual back—Laperriere's career was a masterclass in defensive positioning and leadership.
This 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Jacques Laperriere #144 card comes from one of the most beloved sets in hockey collecting history. The 1971-72 OPC set is famous for its vibrant "pro-set" aesthetic and the iconic rounded frame for player photos. Laperriere, who was an eight-time Stanley Cup champion (six as a player), is featured here in the classic Montreal Canadiens sweater, coming off a 1971 championship season where he anchored the defense.
A standout feature for Canadian collectors is the O-Pee-Chee bilingual back. Unlike the American Topps counterpart, this OPC edition includes player information and career stats in both English and French, reflecting the dual-language heritage of the NHL and the Montreal Canadiens organization. It is a quintessential piece of Canadian hockey memorabilia.
Condition Report:
This card is in respectable VG-EX (Very Good-Excellent) condition, perfect for a mid-grade vintage set builder or a Habs fan looking for an authentic piece of team history.
This card is in respectable VG-EX (Very Good-Excellent) condition, perfect for a mid-grade vintage set builder or a Habs fan looking for an authentic piece of team history.
- Corners: Exhibit moderate rounding and soft touches, consistent with a card of this era that has been handled but cared for.
- Edges: Generally clean with minor "chipping" or rough factory cuts typical of vintage O-Pee-Chee stock. No significant dings or major shelf wear.
- Centering: Features a noticeable left-to-right shift (approximately 75/25), which is very common for this specific production run.
- Surface: The colors remain bold and the surface gloss is largely intact. The back is clean with no major staining or stray marks.
Grade Estimate:
VG-EX 4 (Raw). While the card shows typical vintage character, it maintains great eye appeal without any major creases or structural damage.
VG-EX 4 (Raw). While the card shows typical vintage character, it maintains great eye appeal without any major creases or structural damage.
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