I have a lot of Derek Jeter cards. I haven't taken an official tally, but I'd say I have around 500 different ones, which isn't too bad since he's not a guy I actively collect. That doesn't mean I don't love any and all Jeters I'm sent - I do! I just have never declared myself a Jeter collector. His cards are a bit too pricey to go all in, and I figured I'm better off focusing on smaller named guys and prospects.
While I have a lot of base cards, parallels, and inserts, I really don't have many high-end or premium cards. I do have a few rookies, some nice refractors too. I have two relics, but no autographs. It bugs me. I don't feel like a true Yankees collector because of this. I should just save up my money and instead of spending $5 here and $5 there, put it towards a certified Jeter auto. One day, I'll land one.
In the meantime, here are my two relics. The first is actually a game used World Series base from 2000 Upper Deck HoloGRFX. I collected this entire set, which is actually pretty awesome.
The second is a jersey card. Yeah, I wish it was a home pinstripe, but I'll live. It's a Derek Jeter game worn jersey from Topps Tribute. Very classy card.
And while not a relic, my son does own the infamous 1993 Upper Deck SP Jeter RC. This was sent by the generous
Zippy Zappy of Cervin' Up Cards.
500 different Jeters and you're not actively collecting? I'm definitely doing something wrong. Great cards. Best of luck tracking down a Jeter autograph. I'm glad I kept the handful in my collection. I almost dumped them back in 2001 when I sold off the bulk of my collection. But for one reason or another, I pulled them out and put them in the keeper box.
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