1989 Score #263 Steve Atwater ROOKIE PSA GEM MINT 10

1989 Score #263 Steve Atwater PSA 10 — Gem Mint Enforcer

If you played receiver in the early ’90s, you knew exactly where Steve Atwater was at all times. Few safeties brought the same fear factor — closing speed, bone-rattling hits, and a reputation for changing games with one collision. The backbone of Denver’s defense for a decade, Atwater helped deliver two Super Bowl championships and built a résumé that ultimately earned him a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame as one of the most intimidating defensive backs of his era.

The 1989 Score design leans into bold color and sharp contrast, a perfect match for the era’s aggressive style of play. This PSA 10 Gem Mint example is where it separates — needle-sharp corners, flawless edges, rich color saturation, and pristine surfaces that give it that unmistakable straight-from-the-pack look. Score stock from this period can be unforgiving, making true Tens far tougher than most expect.

A top-tier condition piece of one of football’s last true enforcers — ideal for collectors who appreciate defense, physicality, and Gem Mint precision.