Derek Jeter
Modern Classic · 1990s–2000s
An essential Diamond & Cardboard guide to Derek Jeter’s defining rookie cards, important early issues, condition considerations and long-term collector appeal.
PLAYER LEGACY
MLB Debut
1995
Hall of Fame Induction
2020
Career Highlights
3,465 hits; five World Series titles; 14 All-Star selections; five Gold Gloves
THE SIGNATURE ROOKIE
Primary Collector Chase
1993 SP #279
Other Rookie-Year / Issue Alternatives
1993 Topps #98; 1993 Upper Deck #449; 1993 Bowman #511; 1993 Score #489
Important Early Cards
1994 SP #4; 1995 Topps #199; 1996 Topps #219
COLLECTOR’S ANALYSIS
Why Collectors Care
Yankees dynasty association, international name recognition, marquee 1993 SP rookie.
Condition & Grading
The foil surface on 1993 SP #279 is notoriously vulnerable to wear and chipping. High-grade rarity can command premiums far beyond common 1993 Jeter rookie issues; inspect surface and corners carefully.
Market Risk
The 1993 SP premium is highly grade-dependent; compare like-for-like certified cards.
HOW TO EVALUATE VALUE
Completed Sales
Compare authenticated completed sales for the exact set, card number, variation and grade. Do not treat asking prices as realized market values.
Grading Populations
Review PSA, SGC or Beckett population reports for the exact issue and grade; account for possible resubmissions.
Historical Sales
A highest-reported sale is not supplied here without a dated, independently verifiable transaction and source. Add a documented record after verification.
HIGHEST PUBLIC CARD SALE LOCATED
Sale Price
$600,000
Card
1993 SP #279 rookie
Grade
PSA 10
Auction House
Goldin (as reported)
Sale Date
April 2022
Verification
Secondary-source reported; original auction lot not independently located.
Diamond & Cardboard | Hobby Stars: Vintage & Modern Classics. Historical card identification and career facts are starting points; pricing, grading populations and auction records require current verification.
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