1994 Topps Derek Jeter Prospects #158
Derek Jeter, Mike Neal, Orlando Miller, Brandon Wilson · Topps · Prospect / Rookie Era Card
Player
Derek Jeter, Mike Neal, Orlando Miller, Brandon Wilson
Set
1994 Topps Series 1
Year
1994
Card #
#158
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), corners look relatively sharp, surface may have light factory bubbling/wax common to this year.
Category
Prospect / Rookie Era Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong - Jeter cards are among the most liquid assets in the hobby; any early career card has a constant flow of buyers.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $15.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $65-85, PSA 10: $450-600
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $8-$12 plus shipping. Recent PSA 9 sales have flattened near $75, while PSA 10s have shown volatility between $400 and $600.
Description
This 1994 Topps card features the legendary Derek Jeter in his early 'Prospects' subset appearance. The card displays a multi-player 'star' design with four sub-panels featuring Jeter alongside Mike Neal, Orlando Miller, and Brandon Wilson against a blue and cloud-filled sky background. This is a classic early Jeter collectible from one of the most iconic Hall of Fame careers in baseball history.
Key Features
Features Hall of Fame shortstop Derek Jeter in his second-year Topps appearance. Highly collectible due to Jeter's massive fan base and historical significance as the face of the Yankees dynasty.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. The card stock weight and matte finish on the reverse are consistent with 1994 Topps production. Genuine examples show clear, crisp printing on the 'SS' text in the top right. This card is rarely counterfeited compared to his 1993 SP Foil rookie.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off from left to right. Common issues for this set include print lines and white chipping on the dark blue backgrounds on the reverse. Slight corner softening on the bottom right is visible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (highest volume for Jeter), COMC (good for raw base cards), or local card shows. This card is common enough that high-end auction houses are not recommended unless it is a PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Due to high volume on the market, listing with high-resolution scans of the corners and and edges is vital. For maximum value, grading is only recommended if the card is perfectly centered and flaw-free, as the value jump to a PSA 10 is significant.