Lot Essay
Classic black Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measuring 33 1/2" long and weighing 32.4 oz as used by Jeter during his earliest tenure with the New York Yankees. P72 model stamped on barrel end with "Derek Jeter" block letter name in silver. Bat use is incredible with countless ball marks, stitching impressions, and pine tar residue, and some grain swelling. Signed by Jeter (in the period) in silver sharpie adding "ROY 96" inscription. Jeter rookie era game bats are exceedingly rare in high condition grade with the presented exemplar easily marking as the top of class we have offered. Includes LOA from PSA/DNA (GU 10)(Bat) and full LOA from JSA (autograph): EX