Bobby Orr
Hockey • 1977-78 Topps Hockey
Sport & Year
Hockey • 1977
Brand & Set
Topps - 1977-78 Topps Hockey
Card Number
#225
Card Type
Veteran
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Excellent (EX 5)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60; PSA 5: $70 - $90; PSA 7+: $200+
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $25 to $55. PSA 6 and 7 examples have recently sold in the $100-$180 range, depending on centering quality.
Condition Details
The centering is shifted toward the top-right. Visible soft corners and slight edge chipping, especially on the top border. There appears to be a minor surface scuff or print defect near the bottom of the image area. Card stock shows age-appropriate toning.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate Recommendation. While it is a late-career card for the legendary Bobby Orr, high-grade examples (PSA 8+) command a significant premium. This specific copy appears to be in the EX range, which may not yield a massive return over grading costs, but would protect and authenticate a card of a Hall of Fame icon.
Card Description
The card features a close-up portrait of Bobby Orr during his brief tenure with the Chicago Black Hawks. He is shown in his red Chicago home jersey. The design features a vertical 'BLACK HAWKS' text on the right side with the team logo in the bottom corner.
Notable Features
Features Bobby Orr with the Chicago Black Hawks, a team he only played 26 games for due to knee injuries. Hall of Fame status.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Topps card stock. The print pattern and typography match standard 1977-78 Topps production. No immediate signs of reprint or counterfeit visible.
Scanned: 2026-04-14T02:16:36.931429