Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Duane Rupp #89 Pittsburgh Penguins (VG 3)
Add a piece of Pittsburgh hockey history to your collection with this original 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Duane Rupp #89. This vintage card captures Rupp during a pivotal era for the Penguins as they navigated their early years in the NHL. Duane Rupp was a cornerstone for the Penguins' defense, famously becoming the first defenseman in franchise history to record a hat trick—a record that stood as a testament to his offensive capabilities from the blue line. Over his tenure with the club, he eventually departed as the team's all-time leading scorer among defensemen, a distinction he held for years.
The 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee set is a favorite among vintage hockey collectors for its classic design and bilingual Canadian heritage. This card features the iconic O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, presenting player information and stats in both English and French. Duane Rupp, born in MacNutt, Saskatchewan, had a distinguished career that included a Memorial Cup win in 1957 and an NHL All-Star appearance in 1968. This card is an essential pick-up for Penguins team set builders or fans of 1970s NHL legends.
Condition Report:
This card is in "raw" vintage condition and shows signs of being well-loved by a previous collector.
This card is in "raw" vintage condition and shows signs of being well-loved by a previous collector.
- Corners: All four corners show significant rounding and wear, consistent with a lower-grade vintage card.
- Edges: The right and bottom edges exhibit notable chipping and "rough cuts" typical of O-Pee-Chee production, along with visible shelf wear.
- Centering: The card is shifted toward the top-right, affecting the overall visual balance of the front frame.
- Surface: There is a visible horizontal crease extending from the right edge toward the center, as well as minor surface scuffing and softening of the card stock.
- Back: The bilingual back remains legible, though it shows some light toning and wear consistent with the front.
Grade Estimate: VG 3 (Very Good)
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