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Encapsulated by SGC and graded \u003cstrong\u003e6.5\u003c\/strong\u003e, this example offers a certified addition to a vintage hockey card collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard and certification details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: 1965-66 Topps Hockey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard number: 116\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayer: Phil Esposito\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeam: Chicago Black Hawks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition: Forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrading company: SGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 6.5, with EX\/NM+ designation on the label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification number: 7026426\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Canada, as printed on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVintage hockey appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecognized as Phil Esposito's rookie card, this issue captures the early Chicago chapter of his career. Its team-name banner, posed player photograph and contrasting black nameplate give it a distinctive vintage appearance. It is an appealing choice for collectors of Esposito, Chicago hockey memorabilia and classic Topps hockey cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReverse design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bilingual English and French back records Esposito's 1964-65 season: 70 games played, 23 goals, 32 assists, 55 points and 44 penalty minutes. The accompanying text discusses his role as Bobby Hull's centre. A coin-rub trivia feature asks about the hometown shared by Phil and teammate Chico Maki, adding another period detail to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe card you receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the specific SGC-encapsulated card offered. Please inspect both images for centering, corners, edges, surface appearance and holder condition. 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Its 1964-65 statistics list 61 games played, 39 goals, 32 assists, 71 total points and 32 penalty minutes. These details place the card firmly in the Chicago chapter of Hull's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClassic bilingual reverse\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnglish and French player notes appear above a coin-rub trivia feature asking which star baseball player Bobby resembles in physique. The tan reverse, compact statistical table and interactive trivia design make this an engaging piece of vintage card collecting history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy collect this card?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fitting addition for collectors building a 1965-66 Topps set, a Chicago Black Hawks player collection or a display of vintage hockey stars. 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This example is encapsulated by SGC and graded \u003cstrong\u003e7 NM (Near Mint)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard and certification details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: 1980-81 O-Pee-Chee Hockey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard number: 289\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayer: Mark Messier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeam: Edmonton Oilers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition on card: Center \/ Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrading company: SGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 7 NM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification number: 5513275\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Canada, as printed on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAn early Oilers collectible\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMessier's rookie card offers a snapshot of the early Edmonton Oilers era. For a player-focused collection or a vintage hockey display, the action photograph provides a vivid contrast to the bright yellow and green reverse. It is a fitting addition for collectors of Messier, Oilers memorabilia and Canadian O-Pee-Chee hockey issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilingual reverse and career snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe English and French reverse describes Messier as one of the strongest players on the Oilers squad, emphasizing speed, agility and a robust style of play. Its career table includes his time with Indianapolis and Cincinnati in the WHA and his 1979-80 Oilers season: 75 games, 12 goals, 21 assists, 33 points and 120 penalty minutes. Biographical details identify Edmonton, Alberta as both his birthplace and hometown. A team note also references the Oilers' home at Northlands Coliseum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition and holder notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the specific SGC-encapsulated card offered. 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The reverse describes him as a junior sensation and discusses expectations for his rookie season, a brief period in the minor leagues and his subsequent Cup showing. These contemporary notes provide an engaging glimpse of how the young forward was presented to hockey fans at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilingual reverse and period details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tan reverse includes English and French player notes alongside his 1964-65 record: 55 games played, 7 goals, 10 assists, 17 total points and 10 penalty minutes. A coin-rub trivia feature asks, “Like Maurice Richard, Yvon does what?” The statistical table and interactive trivia panel add period character to this Canadian-printed issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy collect this card?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn appealing addition to a Yvon Cournoyer collection, a Montreal Canadiens display or a 1965-66 Topps set. Its bold yellow background offers strong visual contrast, while the SGC holder identifies the card's assigned grade and certification number. The front and bilingual reverse together preserve a snapshot of early-career Montreal hockey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition and holder notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the specific encapsulated card offered. Please review both images for centering, corners, edges and surface appearance. SGC's grade is its assessment of the card and does not imply that the holder is free of marks. Visible scuffs and scratches on the holder, particularly on the reverse, should be considered separately from the card's assigned grade. 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This example is encapsulated by SGC and graded \u003cstrong\u003e2 GD (Good)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard and certification details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard number: 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayer: Wayne Gretzky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeam: Edmonton Oilers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition: Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrading company: SGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 2 GD (Good)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification number: 1915478\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Canada, as printed on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA cornerstone Gretzky rookie issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee #18 is Wayne Gretzky's Canadian rookie card, capturing the beginning of his NHL-era Oilers career. It is a fitting centrepiece for a Gretzky collection, an Edmonton Oilers display or a collection of vintage hockey rookie cards. This example offers the classic rookie design in a clearly identified, lower-grade certified format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilingual reverse and early professional record\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe skate-shaped reverse design includes English and French text, biographical details and a 1978-79 playing record of 80 games, 46 goals, 64 assists, 110 points and 19 penalty minutes. Its text describes Gretzky as a leading prospect and notes that he debuted in the WHA at age 17. The back identifies Brantford, Ontario as his birthplace and hometown and carries the O-Pee-Chee copyright and Canadian printing statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition disclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis card is graded SGC 2 Good, not Near Mint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible wear is present, including worn corners and edges and wear to the blue border. Please examine both photographs closely for the specific card's centering, surface and other condition characteristics rather than expecting a high-grade example.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExact card and holder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the specific SGC-encapsulated card offered. SGC's numerical grade is its assessment of the card; it does not imply that the holder is free of scuffs or scratches. Visible holder marks and photographic reflections should be considered separately from the assigned card grade. The card is offered in the holder pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calgary Coin Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67521854832858,"sku":"SGC-1915478-1979-80-18-2","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/6584\/0346\/files\/7c3df6c4-ae93-4a40-80ae-ac2c19f0fad5.jpg?v=1791668838"},{"product_id":"1979-80-o-pee-chee-18-wayne-gretzky-rookie-card-sgc-3-5-vg","title":"1979-80 O-Pee-Chee #18 Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card – SGC 3.5 VG+","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1979-80 O-Pee-Chee #18 Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Canadian-issued Wayne Gretzky rookie card features the young Edmonton Oilers centre skating in the team's blue and orange uniform. Its bright blue border, curved EDMONTON OILERS banner and circular Oilers logo give the card its distinctive appearance. This specific example is encapsulated by SGC and graded \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 VG+ (Very Good Plus)\u003c\/strong\u003e, certification \u003cstrong\u003e4092266\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCard and certification details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard number: 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayer: Wayne Gretzky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeam: Edmonton Oilers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition: Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrading company: SGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: 3.5 VG+ (Very Good Plus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification number: 4092266\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Canada, as printed on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA classic Canadian rookie issue\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee #18 is Wayne Gretzky's Canadian rookie card, capturing the beginning of his NHL-era Edmonton career. For a Gretzky collection, an Oilers display or a selection of vintage hockey rookies, the familiar on-ice photograph offers an engaging early-career snapshot. The SGC holder identifies this individual example by its grade and certification number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBilingual reverse and early professional record\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe skate-shaped reverse includes English and French text, biographical details and a 1978-79 playing record of 80 games, 46 goals, 64 assists, 110 points and 19 penalty minutes. The contemporary player note describes Gretzky as a leading prospect, while an illustrated note records his WHA debut at age 17. Brantford, Ontario is listed as his birthplace and hometown. The reverse also bears the 1979 O-Pee-Chee copyright and Canadian printing statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition disclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis example is graded SGC 3.5 Very Good Plus, not Near Mint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible corner and edge wear and areas of wear along the blue border should be considered when evaluating the card. Please inspect both photographs closely for centering, surface appearance and the specific condition characteristics of this example.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExact card and holder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the specific SGC-encapsulated card offered, certification 4092266. The assigned numerical grade is SGC's assessment of the card and does not imply that the holder is free of scuffs or scratches. Holder marks and photographic reflections should be considered separately from the card's condition. 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