Signed Edmonton Oilers Hockey Puck (Pekka Tuomisto #28)
Official NHL Licensed Product (Manufacturer likely Viceroy, Sherwood, or Inglasco) · Collectibles & Antiques > Sports Memorabilia
Era / Decade
Early 1990s (Circa 1991-1993)
Material
Vulcanized rubber, official weight and size (approx. 6 oz), with screen-printed color decal.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The puck shows some scuffing on the top surface and edges. The signature in black felt-tip marker is clearly visible but shows light fading/rubbing. No major gouges in the rubber.
Demand Level
Moderate/Niche. Demand is highest within the Oilers fan base and Finnish hockey collectors.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25.00 - $60.00
Estimated Retail Value
$10.00 - $15.00 (Unsigned current equivalent)
Comparable Sales
Unsigned vintage Oilers pucks sell for $10-$15. Signed pucks of 'role players' from the 90s era typically sell for $30-$50 depending on the collector. Major stars (Gretzky/Messier) would fetch hundreds, but mid-tier players stay in the double digits.
Description
Vintage official NHL licensed Edmonton Oilers hockey puck featuring an authentic hand-signed autograph. Based on the signature and number '28' visible, this appears to be Pekka Tuomisto, who played for the Oilers in the early 90s. The puck features the classic Oilers logo in orange, blue, and white with a black border.
Key Features
Authentic athlete signature, vintage logo design, officially licensed NHL merchandise, specific player numbering which helps in identification.
Authenticity Indicators
The '©NHL' marking indicates a licensed product. The ink absorption into the decal suggests a genuine hand-signed marker signature rather than a printed one. Confidence level in puck authenticity is High; confidence in signature without COA is Medium.
Flaws to Note
Fading on the white portion of the decal, light surface scuffs, and lack of a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) which significantly affects top-end value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for sports memorabilia reach), Mercari, or Edmonton-area Facebook Marketplace/Kijiji for local collectors.
Selling Tips
Include 'Pekka Tuomisto' and 'Vintage Oilers' in the title. Take a clear side-profile photo to show the texture of the puck's edge. To maximize value, consider getting a basic acrylic display cube (approx $5) to present it better. Do not attempt to clean the signature area with chemicals.