Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Lowell MacDonald #206 Pittsburgh Penguins (VG-EX 4)
Step back into the golden era of the NHL with this 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Lowell MacDonald #206. This vintage treasure captures MacDonald during his tenure with the Pittsburgh Penguins, featuring the iconic high-contrast orange background and "stadium light" design that makes the 1970 set a favorite among hobbyists. Lowell MacDonald was a cornerstone of the early Penguins' offensive core, known for his remarkable consistency and resilience, later winning the Masterton Trophy for his dedication to the sport.
This specific card offers a nostalgic look at the "rough cut" era of Canadian card manufacturing. The back features the classic green O-Pee-Chee bilingual text (English and French), a hallmark of the London, Ontario-based company that sets it apart from its American Topps counterpart. The biographical blurb notes MacDonald’s interesting history of retiring briefly in 1969-70 before being drafted by the Penguins in the Intra-League draft—a great piece of hockey trivia for any serious collector.
Condition Report:
- Corners: Noticeable rounding on all four corners, with the bottom-left corner showing the most significant white wear and softening.
- Edges: Displays the traditional O-Pee-Chee "rough cut" along the vertical edges. There are minor chips and silvering visible, typical for this vintage stock.
- Centering: Shifted toward the top-right, with the right border being significantly thinner than the left.
- Surface: The front maintains good color saturation. The back shows light toning consistent with age but remains free of major wax stains or ink marks.
Grade Estimate: VG-EX 4 (Realistic raw grade)
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