1990-91 Upper Deck Guy Lafleur #220
Guy Lafleur · Upper Deck · Base Card
Player
Guy Lafleur
Set
1990-91 Upper Deck Hockey High Series
Year
1990
Card #
#220
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy toward the right border. Corners show minor softening consistent with cards from this era stored without protection. Surface appears clean without visible scratching.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate to Low. While Lafleur is a legend, this specific card was mass-produced in the millions during the early 1990s. Generally collected by Nordiques fans or HOF completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $125-150
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay have ranged from $0.99 (plus shipping) to $3.00 for multi-card lots. PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for over $100, but PSA 8 and 9 copies rarely exceed the cost of grading.
Description
A classic piece of hockey history featuring Hall of Famer Guy Lafleur in his Quebec Nordiques uniform. This 1990-91 Upper Deck card features a crisp action photo of 'The Flower' skating down the ice with the puck. The design includes the iconic Upper Deck diamond logo in the bottom left, the Nordiques team logo in a circular inset, and a clean white border with a textured blue side banner.
Key Features
Features Hockey Hall of Fame legend Guy Lafleur during his final seasons in the NHL. This set was revolutionary for its high-quality photography and premium card stock compared to competitors of the time.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence (99%). Features the trademark Upper Deck hologram on the reverse (if visible), authentic cardboard stock thickness, and the correct 1990-91 design patterns. This card is not commonly faked due to high print volumes during the Junk Wax era.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering imbalance. Minor corner wear on the bottom edges. White borders of this era are prone to minor chipping, and the high-gloss surface is susceptible to fingerprints if handled without gloves.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now'), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local card shop bulk bins. It is often sold as part of a lot or set rather than an individual single.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10; grading costs exceed the value of lower grades. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'Habs Legend', and 'Quebec Nordiques'. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader.