Derek Jeter
1997 Topps · 1997
Derek Jeter prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $270.01 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 7 | $162.50 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 8 | $350.02 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $370.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $1,400.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 10 | $2,575.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| BGS 10 | $3,348.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| CGC 10 | $1,545.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| SGC 10 | $1,545.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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Looking up the 1997 Topps Derek Jeter? You're in the right place: this page tracks its market value across every major grade, starting around $270.01 raw, with live eBay listings to compare against.
Grading has a major impact on value: an ungraded copy is worth around $270.01, a PSA 9 around $370.00, a PSA 10 (Gem Mint) around $2,575.00, a pristine BGS 10 around $3 and348.00. That's roughly a 9.5× premium for a gem-mint copy over raw — one of the clearest signals that condition-sensitive buyers dominate this card's market.
Use the grade table above to compare values across PSA, BGS, CGC and SGC, and the eBay links to find live listings. Scan your copy with Ripbin to track it in your locker.
Collector's notes
Cards from this era were printed in enormous quantities during the hobby's boom years, so raw copies are plentiful — but strict grading separates the true gems from the masses, and top grades remain hard to pull off.
Baseball card collecting runs deep — set builders, player collectors, and investors all compete for the same key cards.
Is it worth grading?
With raw copies near $270.01 and top grades reaching $2,575.00, grading a sharp copy of this card can clearly pay for itself — the spread comfortably covers a typical ~$25.00 grading fee. The catch: only submit copies with strong centering, clean corners, and unmarked surfaces, because anything below a 9 usually erases the math.
PSA remains the most liquid grading label in the hobby, while BGS (with its Black Label 10) and modern entrants CGC and SGC have growing followings — the table above shows how each label prices for this card.
Smart buying guide
Before buying a Derek Jeter, compare several live listings — prices for the same card can vary widely depending on condition, seller reputation, and whether an auction is ending soon. The live eBay listings above update throughout the day.
Selling? List smart: photograph corners and surface clearly, state the condition honestly, and price against the grade table above. Or scan it into your Ripbin locker and let bids come to you.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 1997 Topps Derek Jeter worth?
- An ungraded Derek Jeter is worth approximately $270.01, and a PSA 10 graded copy is around $2,575.00. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- What is a PSA 10 Derek Jeter worth?
- A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) Derek Jeter from 1997 Topps is valued around $2,575.00.
- Is the Derek Jeter worth grading?
- Often yes — with raw copies around $270.01 and top grades near $2,575.00, a sharp copy can return well over the grading fee. Only submit copies with strong centering and clean corners.
- Where can I buy the Derek Jeter card?
- Derek Jeter 1997 Topps cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the Derek Jeter?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.