Mario Lemieux
Hockey • 1985-1986 O-Pee-Chee
Sport & Year
Hockey • 1985
Brand & Set
O-Pee-Chee - 1985-1986 O-Pee-Chee
Card Number
#262
Card Type
Rookie Card (RC) Subset / Leader Card
Rarity
Base (League Leader)
Parallel Variant & Language
Base • Bilingual (English and French)
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Excellent (EX 5) to Excellent-Mint (EX-MT 6)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60; Graded (PSA 6): $70 - $90; Graded (PSA 8): $250 - $350+
Recent Sales
Recent sales on eBay for raw copies range from $40 to $75 depending on centering. PSA 7 copies typically sell for $130-$160.
Condition Details
The card shows standard 'fuzzy' O-Pee-Chee wire-cut edges. Centering appears slightly shifted toward the top-right. Visible soft corners (top left and bottom left). Surface shows some minor imperfections, though partially obscured by the scratched screw-down holder.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate Recommendation. While not his main rookie card (#9), this is his first League Leader card. If it grades an 8 or higher, it is worth the cost; however, the soft corners suggesting an 5 or 6 grade may result in a value close to the grading fee itself. Remove from the screw-down holder carefully as they can cause surface damage over time.
Card Description
Mario Lemieux featured as the 1984-1985 Rookie Scoring Leader for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The design features a yellow and blue 'skate blade' motif on the left side with the NHL shield. Lemieux is shown in his classic black and yellow Penguins jersey.
Notable Features
Includes RC designation in the hobby as a 'Rookie Year' card. Dual language text (Meilleurs Compteurs) distinguishes it as the O-Pee-Chee version rather than the Topps version.
Authentication Notes
The rough 'wire-cut' edges are a hallmark of authentic 1980s O-Pee-Chee cards. The card stock appears consistent with 1985 production. High-resolution inspection of the 'halftone' print pattern would confirm no modern reprint characteristics.
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