1993 SP Derek Jeter #279

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BGS9.5

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The 1993 SP Derek Jeter #279 stands as the definitive rookie card of the modern era and one of the most condition-sensitive issues in hobby history. This specimen has been awarded a BGS 9.5 Gem Mint grade by Beckett Grading Services, backed by exceptional subgrades of 9.5 for Centering, 9.5 for Edges, 9.5 for Surface, and 9 for Corners. Issued in Upper Deck's inaugural premium SP baseball set, the card features a metallic foil front that is notoriously prone to surface scratching, print lines, and severe edge chipping, making any Gem Mint assessment incredibly difficult to achieve. As a five-time World Series Champion, 14-time All-Star, and 2020 Hall of Fame inductee who garnered 99.7% of the vote, Derek Jeter's legacy as the defining shortstop of his generation is undisputed. With 3,465 career hits—ranking sixth on the all-time MLB list—his historical significance keeps demand for his premier rookie card consistently high. Given the extreme sensitivity of the silver foil design and the scarcity of specimens in this condition, this BGS 9.5 example represents a blue-chip, investment-grade baseball asset suitable for elite portfolios.Show more

$10,500

Sold on AuctionsAug 20, 2026

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