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1981 Topps football cards represent an important era in sports card production, when the hobby was transitioning from casual collecting to serious investment. These cards feature clear photography and straightforward design that appeals to vintage enthusiasts and set builders alike.

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1981 Topps Neil O'Donoghue #96 football trading card front — Neil O'Donoghue 1981 Topps #96 - Football Trading Card

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The 1981 Topps Neil O'Donoghue #96 card captures a St. Louis Cardinals player from one of football's most collectible decades.

Neil O'Donoghue

Name: 1981 Topps Neil O'Donoghue #96
Brand: Topps
SKU: sports_card_01KK75MY0M00M2AMNCQN0527XV

1981 • Topps

National Football League • St. Louis Cardinals

1981 Topps National Football League St. Louis Cardinals Near Mint

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The 1981 Topps Neil O'Donoghue #96 is a classic football card from the early 1980s, a period when Topps dominated the sports card market. O'Donoghue played for the St. Louis Cardinals during an era when NFL card collecting was gaining momentum among enthusiasts and investors alike. This card represents the straightforward design and photography that define 1981 Topps releases—a foundational set for anyone building a vintage football collection. The early 1980s saw increased interest in NFL memorabilia, and cards from this era remain popular with collectors seeking authentic representations of the sport's history. Whether you're completing a 1981 Topps football set, focusing on St. Louis Cardinals players, or assembling a broader vintage NFL collection, the O'Donoghue #96 offers genuine historical appeal. SuperCatch provides access to vintage football cards like this one, connecting collectors with pieces that span decades of NFL history.

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Year

1981

Brand

Topps

Card Number

#96

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Neil O'Donoghue

Team

St. Louis Cardinals

League

National Football League

Sport

Football

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Language

English

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