1977-78 Topps Hockey NHL Leaders Goals #1 Steve Shutt / Guy Lafleur / Marcel Dionne
Steve Shutt, Guy Lafleur, Marcel Dionne · Topps · Base / Leader Insert / Multi-Player
Player
Steve Shutt, Guy Lafleur, Marcel Dionne
Set
1977-78 Topps Hockey
Year
1977
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 3 (VG) to PSA 4 (VG-EX). The card appears to have significant softening and wear on all four corners, particularly the bottom left and top right. Centering is shifted moderately to the left (approx 65/35). Surface shows light spotting/age toning.
Category
Base / Leader Insert / Multi-Player
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. There is always a baseline demand for vintage Hall of Fame cards, though leader cards typically command less than solo base cards or true rookies of the same players.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 3: $10-15; PSA 4: $18-25; PSA 5: $35-45. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the current market value for this specific condition.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card in 'Good' to 'Very Good' condition range from $4.00 to $10.00. PSA 6 examples have recently sold in the $50-60 range, while PSA 8 examples reach $150+.
Description
A vintage 1977-78 Topps Hockey card featuring the league's top three goal scorers from the previous season. The card showcases headshots of Hall of Famers Guy Lafleur and Marcel Dionne alongside Canadiens legend Steve Shutt. The design features a white border with green and pink interior frames and a '1976-77 NHL Leaders GOALS' banner at the bottom.
Key Features
Features two iconic Hockey Hall of Fame members (Lafleur and Dionne). It is the #1 card in the set checklist, which often led to damage from being at the top of rubber-banded stacks. Represents the golden era of the Montreal Canadiens dynasty.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. Features the correct matte card stock of the era, period-accurate color registration, and standard Topps cutting marks. This specific leader card is not common for high-end counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable rounding and fraying on all corners. The bottom left corner shows minor layering. Centering is heavy toward the left border. Some light surface snow/print defects typical of late 70s Topps stocks are visible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card. It would fit well in a 'Buy It Now' listing or as part of a lot of 1970s hockey cards.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the fee will outweigh the profit. Use clear photos of both front and back. Use keywords like 'Vintage Hockey,' 'Hall of Fame,' and 'Canadiens.' Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a non-machinable envelope or bubble mailer.