Scarce 1981 New York Rangers/Islanders playoff poster unearthed and available for only $15

Hockey Digest, May-June, 2004

Hockey collectors were amazed to hear of an unprecedented find of a 36 x 24" poster from 1982. It features, not one, but two New York teams in the playoffs. What is even more amazing is that, even though the poster was printed In1982, it is In Mint condition--it looks like it rolled off the press yesterday.

New York greats Bryan Trottier and Ran Duguay are featured from the famous 1981 playoffs with the winner going on to fight for the Stanley Cup. "Obtaining something of this vintage is itself amazing," stated Jonathan Haveles, Vice President of Extensive Search Service, who came up with this amazing find. "There Is something very special about the New York rivalry. Having two New York teams featured on the same item is very unusual. To have them featured on such a vintage piece of playoff history with such outstanding players is a rare find Indeed!"

What makes this find even mere unique is that this poster was printed overseas. Amazingly, the company that produced it did not specialize in sports scenes ... Since these were included in that huge group purchase, they were obtained at a very reasonable price. Even though this unbelievable find happened purely by accident, the savings are being passed on to readers of Hockey Digest.

Haveles explained that this find was causing a silt in the collectible field. This is because it Is known in the industry as a "crossover collectible." A crossover collectible is one that is of interest to large groups of collectors due to very unique dynamics that come together.

There are a number of reasons such a clamorous stir has developed with collectors over this find: (1) It is a truly a vintage piece from the early 1980's. (2) Not one, but two New York teams, are featured. The upstart Islanders were going from expansion to championship in a short few years verses the famous Rangers and their great fan support. (3) Two of the biggest stars of the rivalry ore portrayed, Ron Duguay of the Rangers and Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier of the Islanders. (4) It is the perfect size for a fantastic display. (5) It was not printed in the Untied States, but is a scarce overseas piece. (6) It is in Pristine condition. (7) Because of the way these were unearthed by accident with other posters, they can be offered at the giveaway price of only $15.

Many collectors like to obtain more than one when it comes to older collectibles. Sometimes they'll display one and put one away. Or get an extra for investment purposes. Some get extras for gifts or trading with other collectors. Sports artifacts like this can easily sell for $35-$100 each. However, this scarce find is being altered at only $15 plus $6 shipping and handling, sent rolled in a tube. Limit per order due to the scarcity at this find is 10 per collector.

To order yours now, please send payment of $15.00 plus $6 shipping for each limited edition collectible to Hockey Digest, Mail Order Dept., 990 Grove Street, Evanston, IL 60201.

Due to our tiny supply, we can fulfill a maximum of 5 of these limited edition commemorative issues per collector. 4-6 weeks for shipping. Check, M/O, MC, Visa, AMEX, and Discover accepted, IL, residents please add 8.75% sales tax. Canadian residents add 7% GST, and shipping to Canada is $10, in U.S. funds.