2013 Topps Derek Jeter SP Variation #2
Derek Jeter · Topps · Short Print (SP) Variation
Player
Derek Jeter
Set
2013 Topps Series 1
Year
2013
Card #
#2
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (60/40), and the lower right corner shows a hint of softening. Edges appear clean from the front view.
Category
Short Print (SP) Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Derek Jeter remains one of the most liquid players in the hobby; SP variations from the early 2010s have seen steady growth among set builders and player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $75-90, PSA 9: $150-180, PSA 10: $550-700
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $45 to $70 depending on centering. PSA 9 examples have recently sold for $165, while recent PSA 10s have fetched over $600 due to the difficulty of grading the white borders.
Description
This iconic 2013 Topps card features a Short Print (SP) variation of Yankees legend Derek Jeter. Unlike the standard base card, this high-demand variant features the throwback 1952 Topps design aesthetic with the 'YANKEES' header in bold red. Jeter is shown smiling in his home pinstripes, holding his glove. A must-have for any Captain collector.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, iconic 1952 Topps design homage, Short Print (SP) status which makes it significantly rarer than the standard base card.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock shows correct 2013 Topps thickness. Printing of the Topps logo and 'YANKEES' text displays correct dot matrix pattern under magnification. This specific SP has distinct color saturation levels consistent with authentic print runs.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center left-to-right. Minor corner wear on the bottom right. Minor edge whitening possible on the reverse not visible in photo.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card to reach the widest audience of Yankee collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-term consignment.
Selling Tips
Do not sell as a basic #2 card; ensure 'SP' or 'Variation' is in the title. Take a high-resolution scan of the back to show the code (ending in #516 for this SP). Shipping in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a bubble mailer is recommended.