1970-71 Topps NHL Assists Leaders Bobby Orr #202
Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, Johnny Bucyk · Topps · Leader Card / Base
Player
Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, Johnny Bucyk
Set
1970-71 Topps Hockey
Year
1970
Card #
#202
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Poor centering, rounded corners, and visible edge wear
Category
Leader Card / Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. While it features Bobby Orr, leader cards typically hold lower demand than primary base cards or rookie cards. However, Bruins fans and Hall of Fame collectors maintain a steady market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $10-15, PSA 3: $25-35, PSA 4: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar VG condition range from $18 to $28. PSA 5 copies have recently sold in the $80-$100 range, while high-grade PSA 8 copies can exceed $400.
Description
This 1970-71 Topps Hockey card features the NHL Assists Leaders for the 1969-70 season, highlighting three Boston Bruins legends: Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, and Johnny Bucyk. The card displays three oval portraits against a white background with a yellow header bar. The vintage card stock shows signs of age and wear consistent with 1970s era collectibles.
Key Features
Features three Hockey Hall of Famers; includes defensive icon Bobby Orr during his prime; Part of the highly collected 1970-71 Topps set; Bruins team-specific collection appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card shows correct vintage cream-colored card stock rather than bright white. The lithographic dot pattern in the skin tones is consistent with 1970s Topps printing. Edges show natural fiber wear rather than a crisp modern cut.
Flaws to Note
The card exhibits significant rounding on all four corners, especially the top-left and bottom-left. There is noticeable edge chipping and whitening. Centering is shifted heavily toward the bottom-left. Surface shows some minor staining/toning consistent with age.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card in raw condition to reach the widest audience of hockey collectors. COMC is another excellent option for lower-grade vintage.
Selling Tips
Due to the heavy wear, grading this card is likely not cost-effective as the fees will exceed the market value increase. List it as 'Raw' with clear, high-resolution photos of the corners. Use keywords like 'Bobby Orr', 'Boston Bruins', 'Vintage Hockey', and 'HOF'. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer for protection.