1973-74 Topps Guy Lafleur #152 NHL Finals
Guy Lafleur · Topps · Base / Subset (NHL Finals)
Player
Guy Lafleur
Set
1973-74 Topps Hockey
Year
1973
Card #
152
Condition Grade
PSA 2 (Good) or PSA 3 (VG). Centering is bottom-heavy. Top edge shows significant chipping and a possible small tear/paper loss at the top right header. Corners are soft and worn.
Category
Base / Subset (NHL Finals)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Guy Lafleur is a top-tier legend, but as a non-rookie subset card in lower condition, demand is primarily from set builders and budget Canadiens collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 2: $15-25, PSA 3: $30-45, PSA 4: $55-70. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the value for this specific card's condition.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-low grade copies of this card range from $6.00 to $15.00. PSA 4 copies have recently sold for approximately $60.00.
Description
This 1973-74 Topps card features Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur in action. The card commemorates the 1972-73 NHL Finals where the Canadiens defeated the Black Hawks 4 games to 2. It features the iconic green border design of the 73-74 set with a serrated-edge photo frame effect.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player Guy Lafleur; highly collected 1970s Topps Hockey design; early career card of 'The Flower'.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct coarse cardstock typical of the 1970s; 'Topps' copyright on reverse (not visible here but expected); printing registration on the Montreal jersey logos. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant top edge wear and chipping with visible white cardstock showing; rounded corners (especially top right); centering is roughly 30/70 top-to-bottom; surface has minor spotting/foxing.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC for low-touch sales, or local card shows in the Montreal/Quebec region where Lafleur remains an icon.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the return on investment will be negative due to the condition issues. Use keywords: Guy Lafleur, Montreal Canadiens, Vintage Hockey, Hall of Fame, 1973 Topps. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.