2019 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout SP Variation (Leaping Catch) #427
Mike Trout · Topps · Short Print (SP) Image Variation
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2019 Topps Series 2
Year
2019
Card #
427
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) to PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. Subject to surface inspection for hairline scratches and back corner whitening. Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right.
Category
Short Print (SP) Image Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Mike Trout SP variations are 'blue chip' modern collectibles with a very high floor and high liquidity.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$60.00 - $85.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $75-90, PSA 9: $120-150, PSA 10: $450-550
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies have sold between $65 and $80. PSA 9 copies have recently hovered around $135. PSA 10 copies have fluctuated between $475 and $525 depending on market timing.
Description
This is a highly sought-after Image Variation Short Print from 2019 Topps Series 2. Unlike the standard base card which features a portrait or standard action shot, this 'SP' features an iconic image of Mike Trout scaling the wall to rob a home run. The card utilizes the classic 2019 Topps border design with the Angels logo and Trout's name in the bottom corner.
Key Features
Short Print (SP) status; Iconic photography featuring a home-run robbery; Three-time MVP and Hall of Fame lock Mike Trout; Higher scarcity compared to base cards.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Topps gloss finish; Crisp 'Trout' text printing; Correct card stock thickness; Presence of 'leaping catch' photo which matches the SP code (Ending in #477 on the back fine print). Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias (approx 60/40); Minor potential white 'chipping' on the thin paper stock edges common for 2019 Topps; Possible surface dimples common in this production year.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to high traffic; COMC is a good secondary option for 'hands-off' selling; Mike Trout dedicated Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Check the back code ending to confirm SP vs. SSP (Short Print vs. Super Short Print). Use high-resolution scans of the corners. If you believe the card can hit a Gem Mint 10, it is worth grading, as the value jump from a 9 to a 10 is significant (3x-4x multiplier).