2019 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout Photo Variation SP #418
Mike Trout · Topps · Short Print (SP), Image Variation
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2019 Topps Series 2
Year
2019
Card #
#418
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks slightly heavy toward the right edge. Corners appear sharp from the photo, and surface looks clean without visible dimples or scratches.
Category
Short Print (SP), Image Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Mike Trout remains the gold standard for modern baseball card collecting. While market prices for his 2011 rookies have fluctuated, his rare SP variations from flagship sets remain highly liquid.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $45-55, PSA 9: $80-110, PSA 10: $250-325
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales ranging from $45 to $70 depending on condition. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $275 range, while PSA 9s usually hover around the $90 mark.
Description
This is a 2019 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout Short Print (SP) variation featuring an iconic action shot of the Angels superstar leaping at the wall to rob a home run. Unlike the standard base card which features a focused batting pose, this variation is much rarer and more sought after by player collectors. The design features the classic 2019 Topps border with the Angels logo at the bottom right.
Key Features
Short Print (SP) variation which is significantly rarer than the base card. Features an iconic 'Home Run Robbery' action image of a future Hall of Famer. Image variations are highly collectible staples of modern Topps sets.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The gloss, color saturation of the Angels red, and the '418' number on the back (specifically checking the CMP code ending in #500 for SPs vs #483 for base) are key indicators. Proper 'Topps' logo foil application.
Flaws to Note
Possible slight right-side centering bias. Minimal white chipping may be present on the dark rear edges of 2019 Topps stock, though the front looks quite clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to high visibility and the 'Followed Search' notifications many Trout collectors use. COMC is a secondary option for long-term consignment.
Selling Tips
Grading is recommended only if the card is a candidate for a PSA 10. In a PSA 9 or Raw state, the margins are thin after fees. Use keywords like 'Short Print', 'SP', and 'Variation' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve, top loader, and cardboard-reinforced bubble mailer.