Graded GEM MT 10 by PSA. A debut-year collectible of a future Hall of Famer, and one of the most widely coveted baseball Rookie Cards of an entire generation. Among a total of 44 copies recorded in PSA’s census reporting, just eight specimens have achieved this unimprovable tier.

Derek Jeter, of course, represents the quintessential superstar of his time. Every aspect of his athleticism, his personality and his character inspires admiration and devotion among casual and enthusiastic fans, alike. His record of achievement – the 5 World Series Championships, the 14 All-Star Games and the 5 Gold Glove Awards, to name just a few – represent an incomparable legacy, and his continuing involvement with the sport suggests that Jeter's past greatness was merely the preamble to an even brighter future.

Jeter's iconic stature is unquestionable. But beyond that, it's useful to ponder, for a moment, the difficulty of obtaining his delicate and sparsely produced Mirror Blue depiction at the pinnacle of condition. Indeed, only eight cards on the face of the earth combine attributes of sufficient quality to allow the enthusiast to be comfortable that no upgrade is ever necessary ... or possible. Simply, this phenomenal Jeter card exhibits perfection, where others require excuses.

The limited-production piece hails from an issue that was reportedly limited to just 45 examples. The offered Mirror Blue Jeter card, with its faultless manner of presentation, represents the wish of countless collectors, but can be a reality for only one. Absolutely splendid Gem Mint condition.