1974-75 Topps NHL Quarter-Finals Flyers vs. Flames #254
Bernie Parent (Flyers), Lanny McDonald (Flames) · Topps · Base / Playoffs Subset
Player
Bernie Parent (Flyers), Lanny McDonald (Flames)
Set
1974-75 Topps Hockey
Year
1974
Card #
#254
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) - Centering is significantly shifted right/down. Corners show visible softening/rounding. Surface exhibits 'snowing' or print defects common in this era and slight edge wear.
Category
Base / Playoffs Subset
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Niche appeal for team collectors (Flyers/Flames) or HOF completionists.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $8.00 - $12.00, PSA 4: $15.00 - $20.00, PSA 2: $3.00 - $5.00 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current value)
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $0.99 to $2.50 on eBay. High-grade PSA 9 copies have reached $40-$50, but this specimen does not meet that condition tier.
Description
A classic piece of 1970s hockey history, this 1974-75 Topps card commemorates the NHL Quarter-Finals battle between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Atlanta Flames. The card features Hall of Famers Bernie Parent and Lanny McDonald in action. The design includes a bold red header and pink footer characteristic of the '74 set.
Key Features
Features two Hall of Fame legends (Bernie Parent and Lanny McDonald); commemorates the Philadelphia Flyers' Broad Street Bullies era playoff runs.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock texture for mid-70s Topps; appropriate age-related toning; dot-matrix printing pattern visible in the pink and red areas. High confidence in authenticity; rarely faked.
Flaws to Note
Heavy centering shift toward the bottom right corner. Significant corner wear and softening on all four points. Surface contains common vintage print dust/snowing. Top edge shows minor chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (low start auction or 'Buy It Now'), COMC, or local card shop bulk bins. Best sold as part of a lot of 1974 Topps cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee will outweigh the value. List it as '1974 Topps #254 Flyers Flames' and include 'Bernie Parent' in the title to attract HOF collectors. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping even at low value.