1979 O-Pee-Chee #18 Wayne Gretzky PSA 8

1979 O-Pee-Chee #18 Wayne Gretzky PSA 8 – The Most Iconic Hockey Card of All Time

In the world of hockey cards, there is no card more iconic—or more important—than the 1979 O-Pee-Chee #18 Wayne Gretzky rookie. Known simply as "The Great One," Gretzky revolutionized the game, redefining what was possible on the ice. With 2,857 career points, 894 goals, four Stanley Cups, and nine Hart Trophies, he is not only the greatest hockey player of all time—he is one of the most dominant athletes in the history of sports.

This PSA 8 example of his Canadian-issued O-Pee-Chee rookie presents with sharp corners, strong color, and the distinctive O-Pee-Chee rough-cut edges that define this notoriously condition-sensitive issue. The centering is solid for the grade, and the image quality is crisp, capturing a youthful Gretzky in his Edmonton Oilers debut season. The OPC version, printed in far smaller quantities than its Topps counterpart, is the definitive rookie card for serious collectors—and finding it in PSA 8 condition is increasingly difficult.

A cornerstone of the vintage hockey market and a must-have for any serious collection. With demand continuing to rise for elite Gretzky rookies, this PSA 8 is a blue-chip card from the most legendary player the game has ever seen.