If you’re looking for a deck of cards that can be redeemed for real prizes, then you’ve come to the right place! Here we will tell you the worth of each set of hockey cards in terms of money so you can make the right decision when doing your weekly shop.
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NHL 2004: Redeemable VIA Nintendo Points
The very first set of cards to be released in the series was NHL 2004™, featuring former Montreal Canadiens and Atlanta Thrashers player Jaromir Jagr as the face of the set.
These cards are, for the most part, a one-of-a-kind item, with each individual card having a unique design and photograph. A really nice touch is that there are no printed names or numbers on these cards – the only identifiers are the shoulder logos on the front of each player’s jersey.
For the most part, these are collectible items, with some exceptions. For example, the Ovechkin rookie card is fairly common and there are no unique features or textures on the card to make it stand out. For this reason, it’s not uncommon for a complete NHL 2004 set to sell for less than $20 on online auction sites.
NHL 2009: Worth $20 For The Most Part
The second set to be released is NHL 2009™, featuring the biggest names in hockey as well as some pretty cool artwork. The set is mostly made up of one-of-a-kind cards, with the notable exception being the Lucic, Marleau and Pronger autographs, which are signed and numbered limited-edition prints. The most expensive cards in the set are the Toews, Crosby and Ovechkin rookie cards, which are not that common and each one is signed and numbered.
This set has gained popularity over the years and is currently one of the most sought-after ones in the series. It’s also one of the most expensive ones, with a complete set going for around $40 on online auction sites. The fact that these are all signed and numbered makes them that extra bit special.
NHL 2010: Limited Edition Signed & Numbered Cards
The third set to be released is NHL 2010™, featuring some fantastic artwork by Johnathan Poer
The set is made up of some truly unique cards and is one of the most valuable ones in the series. The Ovechkin, St. Louis Blues and Calgary Flames rookie cards are the biggest stars of the set and are extremely difficult to find signed and numbered cards. The most expensive card in the set is the Crosby signed, limited-edition print, which is numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity. There are also multiple versions of this particular card, with each one being signed and numbered and some having a unique design and photos printed on the back.
A really nice touch on these cards is that the signatures and dates are on the back of each one, which makes them look like original artwork – something not often seen on signed cards today.
NHL 2011: Extremely Limited Edition Signed & Numbered Cards
The fourth set to be released is NHL 2011™, featuring Stanley Cup champion and former Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price as the face of the set.
This is another set that is full of unique and valuable cards and is one of the most expensive ones in the series. There are multiple versions of the Price cards, including one that is signed and numbered and has a unique holographic foil stamp on the back. Another nice touch is that all of the photos on these cards are glossy and the ink is also rich and vibrant, giving them a real three-dimensional look. There are also multiple versions of this particular card, with each one signed and numbered and some having a holographic foil stamp on the back. One of the biggest draws of this set is that all of the cards are signed and numbered limited-edition pieces, with only 500 total being produced.
If you’re a fan of the Red Dead Redemption™ video game, then you’ll want to get your hands on a Roy Brown signed, limited-edition print, which is reasonably priced at around $40 in terms of value.
NHL 2012: Most Valuable Card In The Set
The most recent set to be released is NHL 2012™, featuring some fantastic artwork by Joe Quinones and is arguably the most valuable card in the series. The set is made up of some rare and valuable cards and is one of the most expensive ones in the series. The most expensive card in the set is the Ovechkin signed, limited-edition print, which is quite a rare item and is numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity. There are also beautiful signed and numbered cards signed by some of the biggest names in hockey today, including Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin. Each of these has been individually serialized and is thus a one-of-a-kind item.
This is a very nice set to have as it’s an excellent blend of nostalgia, modern day hockey players and beautiful artwork.
Value Of The Pro Set Cards In General
Collecting these sets isn’t really worth it for the cards alone, with most of them being one-of-a-kind pieces. The real value is in the fact that they’re a way for fans to connect with their favorite players; some of the items in this section will allow you to do just that!
When it comes to the value of the cards, one key fact to consider is that not all of them are created equal. Let’s take a look at some examples below:
Ovechkin Autograph
This particular item is extremely popular today as there are already three signed and numbered versions of the Ovechkin card in existence. The most expensive one is currently listed for sale on eBay™ for $10,500! Simply put, this is an expensive item to begin with and the fact that it’s a limited edition makes it even more so. There are also multiple versions of this item signed and numbered and some of them have a unique piece of artwork on the back, making it even more desirable. If you’re looking for an original piece that hasn’t been signed or tampered with in any way, then this is the item to buy!
Crosby Autograph
This item is pretty self-explanatory as there are already multiple signed and numbered versions of the Crosby card in existence. One of the most expensive ones is currently listed for sale on eBay™ for $31,250! Like with the Ovechkin item above, this is an expensive item to begin with and the fact that it’s a limited edition makes it even more so. There are also multiple versions of this item signed and numbered and some of them have a unique piece of artwork on the back, making it even more desirable.
Pronger Autograph
Pronger’s are pretty scarce in general these days, with only 500 being produced and signed and with only four versions of the card currently existing. The most expensive one is currently listed for sale on eBay™ for $7,500! Just like the other two items above, this is an expensive item to begin with and the fact that it’s a limited edition makes it even more so. There are also multiple versions of this item signed and numbered, with some of them having a unique piece of artwork on the back, making it even more desirable.
Marleau Autograph
The most expensive signed and numbered Marleau card is currently listed for sale on eBay™ for $5,250! Like the other two items above, this is an expensive item to begin with and the fact that it’s a limited edition makes it even more so. There are also multiple versions of this item signed and numbered, with some of them having a unique piece of artwork on the back, making it even more desirable.
Sauerbraten Autograph
This is the signed and numbered limited-edition Sauerbraten (German for “Braised Meat”) card. The most expensive Sauerbraten card is currently listed for sale on eBay™ for $3,750! Like the other items above, this is an expensive item to begin with and the fact that it’s a limited edition makes it even more so. There are also multiple versions of this item signed and numbered, with some of them having a unique item printed on the back, making it even more desirable.
If you’ve ever played the video game Red Dead Redemption™ then you’ll want to get your hands on a John Marston signed, limited-edition print, which is listed for sale on eBay™ for $750!