Gordie Howe Memorabilia Appraisal

Gordie Howe Hartford Whalers Hockey Card

This item is a vintage sports trading card, specifically a hockey card featuring legendary player Gordie Howe of the Hartford Whalers. The card is rectangular, with an approximate size consistent with standard trading card dimensions (likely 2.5 x 3.5 inches). The front design features a dominant central image of Gordie Howe in his Hartford Whalers uniform, which is white with green and yellow accents, including a large '9' on his chest. He appears to be on the ice during a game, with other players visible in the background, one wearing a blue helmet and another with the number '19' on their jersey. The card's border is a vibrant teal blue, outlining the central image. Above the image, within a yellow banner, the text "GORDIE HOWE • RW" is printed. Below this, in a separate red banner, "HARTFORD WHALERS" is prominently displayed. In the bottom right corner, there is a circular logo featuring a stylized whale tail design in green and blue, representing the Hartford Whalers team emblem. The overall condition of the card appears to be good for its age, though some typical wear is visible. There are minor imperfections along the edges and corners, such as slight rounding and perhaps a hint of creasing, which is common for trading cards that have been handled over decades. The color saturation on the card remains strong, with no significant fading apparent. The printing quality seems consistent with mass-produced trading cards of the era. Given the team and player presented, this card likely dates to the late 1970s or very early 1980s, specifically during Gordie Howe's tenure with the Hartford Whalers.