Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
#255 Johnny Bucyk 1st All-Star Team Boston Bruins EX-MT 6
Add a cornerstone of Bruins history to your collection! This 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Johnny Bucyk #255 captures "The Chief" at the absolute pinnacle of his legendary career. Coming off a career-high 51-goal season in 1970-71, Bucyk was rightfully honored as the NHL’s First Team All-Star Left Wing. This card is not just a piece of cardboard; it is a testament to the longevity and skill of a Hall of Famer who led Boston to Stanley Cup glory in 1970 and 1972.
The 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee set is iconic for its "circular frame" design and vibrant team-colored backgrounds. As a tougher-to-find Canadian release compared to its Topps counterpart, this OPC variant features the classic O-Pee-Chee bilingual back, presenting Bucyk’s remarkable achievements in both English and French—a true hallmark of vintage Canadian hockey cards.
Condition Report:
This specimen presents beautifully and is a high-end example of a raw vintage card.
This specimen presents beautifully and is a high-end example of a raw vintage card.
- Corners: All four corners are remarkably sharp for the issue, with only the slightest microscopic touches visible under magnification.
- Edges: The edges are clean and straight with minimal "O-Pee-Chee rough cut" visible, maintaining excellent shelf appeal.
- Centering: The centering is strong for this notoriously difficult set, exhibiting a slight shift toward the top-right but remaining well within the standards for a high mid-grade designation.
- Surface: The card boasts fantastic original gloss and deep, rich colors on the front. The back is clean, free of any major staining or markings.
Grade Estimate: EX-MT 6 (Excellent-Mint)
This card is a "strong 6." While raw, its sharp corners and lack of creases place it firmly in the collector-grade tier, teetering on Near-Mint.
This card is a "strong 6." While raw, its sharp corners and lack of creases place it firmly in the collector-grade tier, teetering on Near-Mint.
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