Description
1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Dave Keon #259 2nd Team All-Star Toronto Maple Leafs EX-MT 6
Capture a legendary piece of Maple Leafs history with this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Dave Keon #259 2nd Team All-Star card.
Dave Keon is the heart and soul of the Toronto Maple Leafs, a four-time Stanley Cup champion whose speed and defensive mastery redefined the center position. This card commemorates one of the peak moments of his career, honoring his selection to the 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Dave Keon #259 2nd All-Star Team. Following a spectacular 1970-71 campaign where he set personal records with 38 goals and 76 points—while serving just 4 penalty minutes—this card serves as a permanent record of Keon’s gentlemanly dominance and elite skill.
The 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee set is a favorite among vintage hockey collectors for its iconic "tombstone" design and high-action photography. As an O-Pee-Chee issue, this card features the sought-after bilingual back, presenting Keon’s achievements in both English and French—a hallmark of Canadian hockey heritage. Whether you are a hardcore Leafs fan or a vintage set builder, this 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Dave Keon #259 is a quintessential addition to any serious collection.
Condition Report:
- Corners: All four corners show light, consistent wear but remain relatively sharp for a raw vintage card of this era.
- Edges: The edges are clean with minimal chipping, which is impressive given the high-sensitivity of the 1971-72 OPC card stock.
- Centering: This specimen is slightly shifted toward the top and right edges, roughly 35/65, but maintains strong visual appeal.
- Surface & Back: The front surface retains excellent color and gloss. The back is remarkably clean, free from any of the common pen marks or wax stains often found on these vintage backs.
Grade Estimate
EX-MT 6 (Raw)
Reasoning: The card is structurally very sound with clean edges and a great back. The centering and light corner touches prevent a higher grade, but it presents beautifully as an Excellent-to-Mint example.
Reasoning: The card is structurally very sound with clean edges and a great back. The centering and light corner touches prevent a higher grade, but it presents beautifully as an Excellent-to-Mint example.
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