Title:
Derek Jeter Early Career Signed Photograph – 1996 Image – PSA/DNA Certified, Slabbed – Cert #85731095

Description:
Offered here is an original 8x10 color photograph featuring a young Derek Jeter during the 1996 Major League Baseball season—his first full year as the New York Yankees’ starting shortstop. Jeter is shown mid-stride in his classic pinstripes, exuding the poise and athleticism that would soon define a generation of Yankees baseball. Signed boldly across the lower portion in black marker, this is a clear example of Jeter’s early-career autograph, more fluid and open than later iterations. The photograph is encapsulated and PSA/DNA certified as an authentic autograph, housed in a tamper-evident slab with certification number 85731095. The reverse of the photograph is clean and maintains excellent presentation integrity.

Historical Context:
The 1996 season was a pivotal chapter in both Derek Jeter’s career and the resurgence of the New York Yankees. As a 22-year-old rookie, Jeter made an immediate impact, delivering consistent performances and earning American League Rookie of the Year honors. More importantly, he played a key role in securing the Yankees’ first World Series title since 1978, setting the stage for a late-1990s dynasty. Early signed images from this breakthrough year are highly coveted, as they represent the very beginning of Jeter’s Hall of Fame legacy and the return of championship glory to the Bronx.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This item is fully authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, a premier name in autograph verification.

• Certification Number: 85731095

• PSA Label: "PHOTOGRAPH / DEREK JETER / PSA/DNA CERTIFIED / AUTHENTIC AUTO"

• Encased in a PSA tamper-evident holder for secure, long-term preservation.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
For collectors of modern baseball icons, this early Derek Jeter signed photo—capturing him in his breakout 1996 season—offers a rare blend of visual impact, authenticity, and historical importance. The presence of a clean, early signature from his rookie campaign, preserved in a PSA slab, makes this a standout investment piece tied to the origins of a Hall of Fame career and a Yankees dynasty.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.