Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Keith McCreary #93 Pittsburgh Penguins (EX 4)
Own a piece of Pittsburgh Penguins history with this vintage 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Keith McCreary #93 card. As the Penguins were establishing their identity in the early expansion era, Keith McCreary emerged as a reliable scoring threat and a gritty forechecker. This card captures the quintessential "Golden Age" of hockey card design, featuring the bold orange backgrounds and "puck" card number identifier that define the 1970 set.
McCreary was a cornerstone for the early Penguins, leading the team in goal scoring during the very season this card was issued (1970-71) with 21 goals. Known for his tireless work ethic, he eventually became the first-ever captain of the Atlanta Flames later in his career. This specific 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Keith McCreary #93 card is a must-have for team set collectors or those looking to complete the legendary 264-card OPC set, which is far more sought-after than its 132-card Topps counterpart.
A highlight for Canadian collectors, this card features the iconic O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, offering player statistics and a biographical sketch in both English and French. The vibrant green reverse remains clean, a testament to the preservation of this vintage piece.
Condition Report:
- Corners: Shows moderate rounding consistent with a mid-grade vintage card. The bottom right corner has a small surface crease/wrinkle visible on both sides.
- Edges: Displays typical "O-Pee-Chee rough cut" on the right edge. Minor chipping and light wear are present along the borders.
- Centering: Features a noticeable shift toward the bottom right on the front, while the reverse is fairly well-centered within the green borders.
- Surface: The front maintains good color registration. The back is clean with no major staining or ink marks.
Grade Estimate:
VG-EX 4 (Mid-grade due to corner rounding and a small surface wrinkle on the bottom right).
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