{"product_id":"1965-66-topps-116-phil-esposito-rookie-card-sgc-6-5","title":"1965-66 Topps #116 Phil Esposito Rookie Card – SGC 6.5","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1965-66 Topps #116 Phil Esposito\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA vintage Phil Esposito hockey card featuring the Chicago Black Hawks forward against a vivid blue background, with the bold yellow BLACK HAWKS heading characteristic of this issue. 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. The numerical grade is SGC's assessment of the card, not a guarantee that the holder is free of scuffs or scratches. Any visible marks or stickers on the holder should be considered separately from the card's assigned grade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calgary Coin Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67521846378714,"sku":"SGC-7026426-1965-66-116-6_5","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/6584\/0346\/files\/7782892e-43cc-41d5-89b0-161d209428d1.jpg?v=1791667508","url":"https:\/\/www.calgarycoin.com\/products\/1965-66-topps-116-phil-esposito-rookie-card-sgc-6-5","provider":"Calgary Coin Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}