2022 Topps Chrome Mike Trout #1 Refractor
Mike Trout · Topps · Parallel (Refractor)
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2022 Topps Chrome
Year
2022
Card #
1
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; Centering looks slightly heavy to the right (55/45 or 60/40), corners and edges appear sharp.
Category
Parallel (Refractor)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong; Mike Trout remains one of the most collected modern baseball players, and his base refractors are staples for player collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-95
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4.99 to $10.00. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $80 range, while PSA 9s often sell for slightly above the cost of the grading fee itself.
Description
This 2022 Topps Chrome Mike Trout #1 features the legendary Angels outfielder in a dynamic fielding pose. As a Refractor parallel, the card features a brilliant rainbow shine when held under light. The design includes the classic Topps Chrome layout with a silver border and the signature 'Refractor' text on the reverse.
Key Features
Features future Hall of Famer Mike Trout; Card #1 in the set; Popular Refractor parallel; High-quality Chrome stock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps Chrome logo placement; distinctive 'Refractor' label on the back; proper stock thickness and rainbow light refraction. Not a high-risk card for counterfeiting due to moderate value.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-side centering bias; typical surface refractor lines/dimples (though none are clearly visible in the photo); potential for edge silvering common in Chrome products.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of Trout collectors and low shipping costs via eBay Standard Envelope. COMC is also a good option for low-to-mid tier Chrome parallels.
Selling Tips
Use '2022 Topps Chrome Mike Trout Refractor #1' in the title. Take a photo at an angle to highlight the rainbow refractor effect. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader. Given current grading fees, it is only worth grading if you are certain it will hit a PSA 10.