1992-93 O-PEE-CHEE
MARIO LEMIEUX
FINAL GRADE
9.5
MINT+
FRONT
BACK
Card Info
Year
1992-93
Company
O-PEE-CHEE
Name
MARIO LEMIEUX
Set
PREMIER
Number
#114
Summary
This 1992-93 O-Pee-Chee Premier Mario Lemieux is an outstanding exemplar from the early '90s. The card boasts exceptional eye appeal, highlighted by near-perfect centering and incredibly sharp corners that are rarely seen on this condition-sensitive paper stock. The gloss on the front remains bright and reflective, showcasing the iconic black and yellow Pittsburgh Penguins uniform beautifully.
The only minor detractor keeping this card from a perfect Gem Mint 10 is some extremely minor factory edge roughness on the reverse side, which is highly common for O-Pee-Chee products of this era. Overall, it is a premium, high-grade copy of one of hockey's greatest legends during his prime scoring years.
The only minor detractor keeping this card from a perfect Gem Mint 10 is some extremely minor factory edge roughness on the reverse side, which is highly common for O-Pee-Chee products of this era. Overall, it is a premium, high-grade copy of one of hockey's greatest legends during his prime scoring years.
Subgrades
Centering
9.5
Excellent centering on both front and back. Well within the tolerances for a Gem Mint designation.
Corners
9.5
Corners are extremely sharp to the naked eye. Only microscopic touch of wear visible under magnification on the back bottom-left corner.
Edges
9.5
Pristine edges with no wear, chipping, or imperfections visible.
Surface
9.5
Original gloss is fully intact. No visible scratches, scuffs, or print lines on the front. The back is clean and free of any wax staining or discoloration.
Print Quality
9.5
Superb registration and color depth. The image of Lemieux is in sharp focus with no noticeable print hickeys or ink defects.
