1991-92 O-Pee-Chee Premier Ed Belfour #1
Ed Belfour · O-Pee-Chee (under license from Topps) · Base / All-Star (Year 2 Card)
Player
Ed Belfour
Set
1991-92 O-Pee-Chee Premier
Year
1991
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Visual assessment shows decent centering but slight bottom-edge wear and potential corner softening based on the photo.
Category
Base / All-Star (Year 2 Card)
Manufacturer
O-Pee-Chee (under license from Topps)
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Ed Belfour is a Hall of Famer, this set was mass-produced. Demand is limited to player collectors or those completing the 1991 Premier set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $30-40, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $0.25 to $2.00. PSA 10 copies have sold for $175+, but PSA 9s struggle to cross the $30 mark.
Description
This 1991-92 O-Pee-Chee Premier card features Hall of Fame goalie Ed 'The Eagle' Belfour of the Chicago Blackhawks. The card commemorates his selection as an NHL First Team All-Star. It features a high-action photography layout characteristic of the early 90s Premier sets, with the gold star '1' emblem in the bottom left corner and the iconic red banner display for his name.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, Second-year card of a legendary goalie, Classic 'Junk Wax' era design from a popular premium subset of the time.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This card is not commonly counterfeited due to the high production volume of the early 90s. Genuine cards feature a specific glossy finish common to the OPC Premier line and crisp text on the red banner.
Flaws to Note
Corners appear slightly rounded/white at the tips; visible surface dust or scratches; centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom; minor white chipping visible on the dark edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot or individually), COMC, or local card shows. It is best sold in a 'Goalie lot' to maximize interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are 100% certain it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee far exceeds the value of a PSA 8 or 9. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'Chicago Blackhawks', and 'The Eagle'.
Notes
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