Pavel Bure Rookie Cards
Values depend on set, grade, and condition. See the checklist for recent sales and live listings for each Pavel Bure rookie card.
Rookie year: 1991Flagship RC: 1990-91 Upper Deck Young Guns / O-Pee-Chee PremierTop recent sale: Top grades of Young Guns and OPC Premier tend to lead.See live listings
Best Pavel Bure Rookie Cards
Values & Trends
Early 90s hockey RCs are driven by brand, condition, and grade. The 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns and 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier are the most collected Pavel Bure rookie issues; gem grades carry strong premiums. Centering, chipping on dark borders, and print quality matter.
- RC landscape: Young Guns and OPC Premier lead liquidity; additional 1991‑92 flagship issues are widely collected.
- Scarcity/premiums: Top grades command outsized premiums; French/Canadian variants can carry a lift.
- Grade sensitivity: Surface/centering are common hurdles; target clean copies if grading.
Buying Guide: How to Pick Pavel Bure Rookie Cards
- Flagship base RC: Start with 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns #526 or 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier #89 for broad demand.
- Brand balance: Add a 1991‑92 flagship issue (Upper Deck/Pro Set/Score) for a complete early RC trio.
- Variants: French/Canadian editions and premium stock issues are desirable alternates.
- Condition & grading: Centering/print lines matter; consider grading only for strong candidates. Grading guide .
Full Rookie Card Checklist
| Image | Card | Year | # | Details | 90d Avg RAW | 90d Avg PSA 9 | 90d Avg PSA 10 | eBay |
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Pavel Bure Upper Deck | 1990 | 526 | — | — | — | — | eBay | |
Pavel Bure Upper Deck French French | 1990 | 526 | — | — | — | eBay | ||
Pavel Bure O-Pee-Chee Premier | 1991 | 89 | — | — | — | — | eBay | |
Pavel Bure Upper Deck | 1991 | 54 | — | — | — | — | eBay | |
Pavel Bure Pro Set | 1991 | 564 | — | — | — | — | eBay | |
Pavel Bure Score Rookie/Traded | 1991 | 49T | — | — | — | — | eBay |
True RC, Variants & XRC Context
The hobby broadly treats 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns #526 and 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier #89 as Pavel Bure’s core rookie cards. Additional 1991‑92 flagship issues (Upper Deck, Pro Set, Score) are widely collected. Pre‑NHL images (national team) are still accepted RCs for this era.
Best Boxes & Sets to Pull Pavel Bure Rookie Cards
Grading & Population
High grades move the needle on value. Review set‑specific condition notes and pop reports for top cards before submitting.
- Compare graders: PSA vs CGC vs BGS vs SGC
- Submission economics: the $80 rule
- Authenticity: 60‑second fake slab check
About Pavel Bure
Pavel Bure, the “Russian Rocket,” electrified the NHL with elite speed and scoring touch. Debuting with Vancouver in 1991‑92, he won the Calder Trophy and later posted multiple 60‑goal seasons. Hall of Fame (2012), Bure remains a hobby favorite—collectors focus on his 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns and 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier rookies, plus clean 1991‑92 flagship issues. Condition and grade drive premiums.
FAQ
How much is a Pavel Bure rookie card worth?
Values depend on set, variant, grade, and condition. Check recent sales and active listings to see current market prices across base issues and variants.
Which Pavel Bure rookie card is best?
A balanced start includes 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns #526 and 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier #89, plus a 1991‑92 flagship issue.
Which Pavel Bure rookie card is worth the most?
Top grades of Young Guns and OPC Premier typically lead. Scarcer variants and pristine copies command premiums.
What is the true Pavel Bure rookie card?
Collectors widely recognize 1990‑91 Upper Deck Young Guns #526 and 1990‑91 O‑Pee‑Chee Premier #89 as his core RCs, with 1991‑92 flagship issues also broadly collected.
Where to find Pavel Bure rookie cards for sale?
Use the live eBay link above and verify seller feedback, card condition, and grading before purchase.
Should I grade a Pavel Bure rookie card?
Grading can increase value for gem‑quality copies. Review set‑specific condition tendencies and population data before submitting.