2019 Topps Series 1 Mike Trout #100
Mike Trout · Topps · Base
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2019 Topps Series 1
Year
2019
Card #
#100
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). The centering looks slightly heavy to the right. While corners appear decent from the photo, base cards in this set are prone to surface scratches and minor edge chipping on the darker border areas.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Being a Mike Trout base card, it always has a market, though demand is significantly higher for his 2011 rookie year or short-print variations.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-30, PSA 10: $65-85
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range consistently from $2 to $10 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $70-80 range after a slight dip from previous highs.
Description
2019 Topps Series 1 Mike Trout #100 base card. Features an iconic vertical action shot of the 3-time MVP making a leaping catch at the outfield wall. The design features a modern white and red aesthetic with the Angels logo at the bottom right and Trout's name at the bottom left.
Key Features
Features one of the most celebrated players of the modern era. This specific card design is popular among collectors for the dynamic photography capturing a defensive web gem.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence high. This is a standard base card with correct Topps logo placement, glossy finish, and appropriate card stock thickness. It is rarely counterfeited due to its high print volume.
Flaws to Note
Visible centering issues (right-heavy). Most common issues with this year include white 'snowflakes' or print dots on the dark outfield wall portion of the image and soft bottom corners.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or as part of a lot of Trout cards on Facebook Marketplace/Twitter.
Selling Tips
Due to high grading costs relative to the card's value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are certain it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate. Use eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping ($0.60-$1.00) to maximize profit on low-value cards.