1974-75 Topps Johnny Bucyk Lady Byng Memorial Trophy #261
Johnny Bucyk · Topps · Base / Trophy Winner Subset
Player
Johnny Bucyk
Set
1974-75 Topps NHL (Subset: Trophy Winners)
Year
1974
Card #
#261
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is shifted top-to-bottom and left-to-right. Corners show visible softening and rounding, particularly at the bottom left and top left. Minor edge chipping is visible against the white borders.
Category
Base / Trophy Winner Subset
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While Bucyk is a Hall of Famer, this is a subset card rather than his base or rookie card. Demand is primarily driven by Bruins team collectors or vintage set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $5-8, PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 7 copies typically sell for approximately $35-45, while lower mid-grade (PSA 4/5) copies often struggle to find buyers at premiums above $15.
Description
This 1974-75 Topps card commemorates Johnny Bucyk as the 1973-74 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy winner. The design features a vibrant orange background with a large graphic of the trophy alongside a circular inset portrait of the Boston Bruins legend. Colorful blue and purple banners highlight the trophy name and player details. The card utilizes the classic 1970s Topps matte card stock.
Key Features
Features Hockey Hall of Fame member Johnny Bucyk. Part of a popular mid-70s vintage set and a specific 'Trophy Winner' subset that is often collected by award completists.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence authentic. The card stock shows the correct thickness and fibrous texture of 1970s Topps issues. The ink saturation and half-tone printing patterns in the photo inset are consistent with original press runs.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues with the image shifted toward the top-left edge. Rounded corners (visible wear). Minor surface debris/toning consistent with age. Softening of the card stock edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (lowest fees for low-value items), COMC (best for processing bulk vintage), or as part of a larger lot on Facebook hockey card groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the grading fees ($19+) will far exceed the card's market value in this condition. Use 'Johnny Bucyk Lady Byng Bruins HOF' as keywords. Best sold as part of a 1974 Topps team set or Hall of Fame lot.