90s Hockey Cards Appraisal

1990 Score Hockey Wayne Gretzky 'League Leaders' Trading Card

This item is a 1990 Score Hockey 'League Leaders' trading card featuring Wayne Gretzky. The card showcases Gretzky in his Los Angeles Kings uniform, wearing a black jersey with 'KINGSC' prominently displayed. He is depicted on the ice, holding a hockey stick. The card design includes a white border, a red horizontal stripe at the top with 'LEAGUE LEADERS POINTS' text, and a light blue triangular inset at the bottom left with 'WAYNE GRETZKY' in white block letters. The physical characteristics indicate it is a standard trading card size, made of cardstock, and primarily features a photographic image. The colors are vibrant, consistent with early 1990s trading card production. The edges and corners appear relatively sharp, suggesting it is either a newly opened card or has been well-preserved. There are no readily visible creases, tears, or significant surface abrasions. The card is housed within a clear plastic soft sleeve, which protects it from wear, debris, and fingerprints, indicating care in its handling and storage. Given the '1990 Score' brand and the subject matter, the estimated age is 1990-1991. The quality of the photographic reproduction and printing is good for the era, with clear details of Gretzky's face and uniform. The 'League Leaders' series title suggests this card highlights statistical achievements of prominent players.