2017 Bowman Mike Trout #1
Mike Trout · Topps (under the Bowman brand) · Base
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2017 Bowman Base
Year
2017
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted to the left (60/40), and the lower right corner shows a white speck indicating minor wear/softening.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (under the Bowman brand)
Demand Level
Moderate - Mike Trout remains a blue-chip 'Hall of Fame' level player, but base cards from late-career sets (non-rookie) are produced in high volume and trade slowly unless in Gem Mint condition.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $20-30, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $1.50 to $4.50. PSA 10 copies have recently sold between $60 and $80, while PSA 9 copies often struggle to break $25.
Description
A clean 2017 Bowman base card featuring the legendary Mike Trout in his Los Angeles Angels home gray uniform. The card showcases a classic batting stance action shot with the iconic red 'B' Bowman logo in the upper right. The design features a modern silver and white border with Trout's name and position (Outfield) in a sleek lower nameplate.
Key Features
Features 3x MVP Mike Trout, the first card in the 2017 Bowman checklist (#1), and carries the prestigious Bowman brand name which is highly collected for baseball prospects and stars.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a standard base card with correct card stock thickness, logo font precision, and clear photo resolution. It is not a high-value target for counterfeiting compared to his 2011 rookie cards.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. There is visible whitening/chipping on the bottom right corner edge when viewed against the dark background. Minor surface micro-scratching is common for this high-gloss paper stock.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay (as a 'buy it now' or part of a Mike Trout lot), COMC for long-term listing, or as a trade filler at local card shows.
Selling Tips
Grading is generally not recommended for this card unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10, as the grading fees ($19+) exceed the value of a PSA 9 or lower. Use 'Mike Trout 2017 Bowman #1' in listing titles and ship in a penny sleeve and top loader using eBay Standard Envelope for $1.11 to keep shipping costs low.