Alexander Ovechkin

Considered the “holy grail” of Alexander Ovechkin rookie cards, this 2005-06 Upper Deck The Cup RPA" #179 has been deemed “an all-around fantastic investment piece” by PWCC. Graded BGS 8.5 and numbered to 99, the card contains a highly desired three-color game worn jersey patch and signature.

This 2005-06 Upper Deck The Cup RPA" /99 #179 is considered the holy grail of Ovechkin rookie cards by many.
Numbered 22/99 and graded a BGS 8.5 with a 10 autograph, this Rookie Patch Autograph is a POP 30 with 56 cards graded higher out of 99 total submissions.
Contains a visually appealing 3-color game worn jersey patch and signature. In addition, the asset shows elegant color with tremendous print and focus throughout.
A BGS 8.5 numbered 43/99 most recently sold on January 26th of 2021 for $42,600 via PWCC on EBay.
According to PWCC, Ovechkin’s 2005-06 Upper Deck The Cup RPA" /99 #179 is “an all-around fantastic investment piece which is nearly impossible to improve upon.”
2005-06 The Cup launched shortly following 2004-04 Exquisite for basketball, representing the new top-tier flagship hockey product.
The consignor is retaining $17,500 in equity in the offering.