1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Jim Roberts #213 St. Louis Blues (VG)

Add a true piece of early‑’70s hockey history to your collection with this 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Jim Roberts #213 — a classic vintage issue from one of the most iconic OPC sets ever produced. Featuring the dependable St. Louis Blues right wing Jim Roberts, this card embodies the unmistakable charm of O-Pee-Chee’s Canadian-printed, bilingual hockey releases. For collectors who appreciate authentic, unaltered vintage cardboard, this is a strong mid‑grade example with excellent eye appeal. Jim Roberts was one of the most versatile and respected players of his era. Known for his defensive reliability, leadership, and ability to play virtually any position, Roberts famously lined up everywhere except goaltender during the 1969–70 season. Before joining the Blues, he spent eight seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, contributing to multiple deep playoff runs and appearing in six Stanley Cup Final series. His reputation as a steady, intelligent two‑way player made him a valuable asset on every roster he joined. The back of this card showcases O-Pee-Chee’s signature bilingual English/French layout, complete with a player biography, NHL statistics, and a cartoon illustration — all printed in Canada, as OPC collectors expect. This bilingual format is a hallmark of the brand and adds cultural and collectible value to the piece.

Condition Report:

This card presents in VG condition. The front displays strong color and clean print registration. Corners show moderate rounding consistent with a well-preserved but circulated vintage card. Edges exhibit light chipping typical of 1970s OPC stock. Centering is slightly left‑shifted but remains visually balanced. A key note: there is an almost invisible crease, visible only under angled light. It does not break color significantly and does not distract from normal viewing, but it does impact the technical grade. The back remains clean, with fully legible bilingual text and no staining. Overall, this is a solid mid‑grade example ideal for set builders or Blues fans seeking authentic vintage OPC history.