Maurice Richard
Hockey • 1954 Topps Hockey
Sport & Year
Hockey • 1954
Brand & Set
Topps - 1954 Topps Hockey
Card Number
#8
Card Type
Veteran / Hall of Fame
Rarity
Base
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Poor (P 1) to Good (G 2)
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 (Raw/Poor condition); High-grade examples exceed $2,000.
Recent Sales
Recent low-grade (PSA 1 or 2) sales for the 1954 Topps Maurice Richard range from $200 to $400 on platforms like eBay and Heritage Auctions.
Condition Details
Significant surface wear including what appears to be writing or a heavy mark on the right side. Soft corners and likely edge wear. The card is currently housed in an old-style screw-down case, which is known to cause surface flattened and potentially damage the card stock over time.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended for authentication and protection. Given the player's iconic status, an authentic grade or low numerical grade (1-2) from PSA or SGC still maintains significant value. Remove from the screw-down case carefully to avoid further damage.
Card Description
Features a horizontal layout with a color illustration of Maurice 'Rocket' Richard of the Montreal Canadiens in a skating action pose. The background is a mustard yellow/tan color with a blue name banner at the top.
Notable Features
Maurice Richard is one of the most significant figures in hockey history. This is his first Topps card (though not his rookie card, which is 1943-44 Bee Hive or 1951 Parkhurst).
Authentication Notes
The card design matches the 1954 Topps Hockey series. Appearance of 'autograph' on the right may be a facsimile or aftermarket ink, which requires physical inspection to verify; it is likely an aftermarket signature or scribbling which would affect the grade.
Scanned: 2026-04-13T07:33:25.022410