1997 Pinnacle Derek Jeter #146
Derek Jeter · Pinnacle Brands, Inc. · Base Card
Player
Derek Jeter
Set
1997 Pinnacle Base
Year
1997
Card #
146
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (Near Mint). The card exhibits significant surface debris or micro-scratching on the dark top-of-card background and noticeable chipping/wear on the gold foil bottom edge, which is a common issue for this specific set's high-gloss finish.
Category
Base Card
Manufacturer
Pinnacle Brands, Inc.
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Jeter remains one of the most collected players in the hobby, though base cards from the 'junk wax era' transition (1997) have high populations unless in Gem Mint condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $65-85, PSA 10: $250-325. Note: Given the visible wear, grading this specific card is likely not cost-effective.
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this card range from $0.99 to $4.75 plus shipping. PSA 9 copies have recently sold for approximately $70.00, while PSA 10 copies fluctuate significantly based on auction timing.
Description
This 1997 Pinnacle Derek Jeter card features a powerful action shot of the Hall of Fame shortstop finishing a swing. The design is iconic for its late-90s aesthetic, featuring a dark, high-gloss background and a unique textured gold foil bottom border containing a collage of Yankees legends' names (Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Mantle).
Key Features
Features a Hall of Fame legend and 5x World Series Champion. The card is prized for its 'Dufex' style inspiration and the inclusion of historic Yankee names in the gold border background.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The 1997 Pinnacle set utilized a specific high-resolution printing process and card stock weight that is difficult to replicate. The gold foil etching is crisp with proper typography.
Flaws to Note
Significant surface wear visible in the dark areas of the photo (dust/scratches). The bottom gold-foiled edge shows visible 'whitening' or chipping where the gold coating has flaked away from the card stock. Top-right corner shows a slight soft edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single card of this value. It would also perform well in a 'buy-it-now' listing on COMC or as part of a Jeter player lot on Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) exceeds the raw value and the condition will not return a high enough grade to profit. List it as '1997 Pinnacle Derek Jeter #146 NY Yankees' to maximize SEO hits. Send via USPS Ground Advantage in a bubble mailer or a rigid sleeve with eBay Standard Envelope to save on shipping costs.