Dave Babych
1986 O-Pee-Chee · #73 · 1986
Dave Babych prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $0.72 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $15.96 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $18.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 1986 O-Pee-Chee Dave Babych #73 is a Hockey card released in 1986. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $0.72, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Condition is everything here — an ungraded copy is worth around $0.72 and a PSA 9 around $15.96.
Compare every grade in the price table above and tap through to active eBay listings. Add Dave Babych to your Ripbin locker to watch its value over time.
Market context
The junk-wax era means supply is high, but that cuts both ways: raw copies are affordable entry points, while flawless graded examples stand out precisely because so many copies exist in lesser condition.
Hockey cards trade in a tighter but dedicated market — key rookies and vintage stars hold value well.
Is it worth grading?
The spread between raw ($0.72) and top-graded ($15.96) copies is fairly tight, so grading this card only makes financial sense for truly flawless copies — or for collectors who simply prefer slabbed cards for protection and display.
PSA remains the most liquid grading label in the hobby, while BGS (with its Black Label 10) and modern entrants CGC and SGC have growing followings — the table above shows how each label prices for this card.
How to buy this card
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 1986 O-Pee-Chee Dave Babych #73 worth?
- An ungraded Dave Babych #73 is worth approximately $0.72. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- Is the Dave Babych #73 worth grading?
- Usually only for flawless copies: the spread between raw ($0.72) and graded ($15.96) is modest, so grading mainly adds protection and authenticity rather than profit.
- Where can I buy the Dave Babych #73 card?
- Dave Babych 1986 O-Pee-Chee cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the Dave Babych #73?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.