Boston Bruins Plate Appraisal

Johnny Bucyk Boston Bruins Commemorative Plate

This item is a commemorative square-shaped plate featuring an image of hockey legend Johnny Bucyk of the Boston Bruins. The plate is made of a ceramic or melamine-like material, giving it a glossy finish with slightly raised edges, indicating it might be a decorative or collector's item rather than a functional dish. The primary colors are black, white, gold/yellow, and brown, reflecting the Boston Bruins' team colors and the depicted scene. The central image is a colorful rendition of Johnny Bucyk in his black and gold Bruins jersey with number '12' clearly visible on the sleeve, skating on ice near a hockey net. The background shows spectators in what appears to be a hockey arena, rendered in a somewhat muted color palette compared to the player, suggesting a focus on Bucyk. To the left side of the plate, partially obscuring the arena background, there is a prominent white facsimile autograph, which appears to read 'Johnny Bucyk'. Below the autograph, near the bottom left corner, is the yellow and black Boston Bruins 'B' logo, signifying the team. The plate exhibits visible signs of wear, particularly numerous scratches and scuffs across its surface, especially noticeable on the darker areas like the black border and the ice. These condition issues suggest it may have been used or handled frequently, or stored without adequate protection. The edges appear intact without major chips or cracks. The style suggests it could be a promotional item or a piece of sports memorabilia from the mid to late 20th century, likely from the period of Bucyk's career or shortly after. The presence of the facsimile autograph and team logo points to mass production designed for fans or collectors.