2022 Topps Chrome Mike Trout #1 Silver Refractor
Mike Trout · Topps / Fanatics · Base Refractor
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2022 Topps Chrome
Year
2022
Card #
1
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; centering appears slightly left-heavy (60/40), corners look sharp, surface requires inspection for common refractor dimples.
Category
Base Refractor
Manufacturer
Topps / Fanatics
Demand Level
Moderate to Strong. Mike Trout remains the most collected modern player, though base refractors from 2022 have high print runs.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-100
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $5-10 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have trended downward from $120 to roughly $80 over the last year as newer products are released.
Description
A stunning 2022 Topps Chrome Mike Trout card featuring the legendary Angels outfielder in a dynamic fielding pose. This is the Silver Refractor parallel, which features a beautiful rainbow mirrors-like finish when held under light. The card utilizes the iconic 2022 Topps design with Chrome technology, featuring the LA Angels logo and Trout's signature #27.
Key Features
Features future Hall of Famer Mike Trout; Card #1 in the set checklist; Popular Silver Refractor parallel; High-quality Chrome stock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps Chrome etching, proper card stock thickness, and the distinctive refractor rainbow shine are all present. This specific year/card is rarely faked due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly shifted to the left border. Chrome cards are notorious for surface scratches and 'dimples' or 'print lines' which aren't fully visible in photos but would impact a PSA 10 grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high volume of player collectors, or COMC for a 'set it and forget it' approach.
Selling Tips
Do not grade unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee often exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords like 'Silver Refractor,' 'Angels,' and 'GOAT.' Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.