1993 SP Derek Jeter #279

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The 1993 SP Derek Jeter #279 is the definitive rookie card of the Hall of Fame shortstop and a landmark release of the modern baseball card era. This example has earned a BGS 9.5 Gem Mint designation, highlighted by subgrades of 10 for Centering, 9.5 for Edges, 9.5 for Surface, and 9 for Corners. The 1993 SP issue is notorious for its extreme condition sensitivity, as the delicate metallic foil front is highly vulnerable to surface scratching, silvering, and edge chipping. Achieving a Gem Mint grade is an exceptional feat given these inherent manufacturing vulnerabilities. As the inaugural release of Upper Deck's premium SP line, this card represents a pivotal moment in 1990s hobby history. Beckett Grading Services has awarded a BGS 9.5 grade to just 291 examples, representing a tiny percentage of the overall submission population. The perfect 10 subgrade for centering on this copy sets it apart from typical examples of the era, which frequently suffer from left-to-right alignment issues.Show more

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Sold on AuctionsAug 20, 2026

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