2023 Topps Series 2 World Baseball Classic Mike Trout #WBC-1
Mike Trout · Topps (Fanatics) · Insert
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2023 Topps Series 2 World Baseball Classic (WBC) Insert
Year
2023
Card #
#WBC-1
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy to the right (approx 60/40), which is common for this set. Corners and edges look sharp, and the surface appears clean without visible print lines.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Moderate. While Mike Trout is a top-tier star, this is a mass-produced insert. Demand spikes during international play or when Trout reaches career milestones.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$3.00 - $8.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-15, PSA 9: $20-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $2.50 to $5.00 plus shipping on eBay. PSA 10 examples have recently realized between $40 and $55 in auction formats.
Description
A stunning 2023 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout insert card celebrating the World Baseball Classic. The card features Trout in full Team USA gear, delivering a salute with the American flag visible in the background graphic. The design includes the multi-colored WBC logo in the bottom right and the Topps flagship brand mark in the top left. The reverse side features career stats and a recap of his international play.
Key Features
Features future Hall of Famer Mike Trout in a rare Team USA uniform. Part of a popular insert set celebrating the return of the World Baseball Classic. Highly collectible for Team USA and Angels fans alike.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Card stock displays correct thickness and gloss for 2023 Topps flagship. The World Baseball Classic logo and Topps logo printing are crisp with no bleeding. This is a common card not typically targeted by counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Slight right-to-left centering bias. There is a very tiny white speck on the bottom left corner edge that may be a minor factory chip. Minimal risk of surface scratching common with high-gloss flagship inserts.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for high volume), COMC (best for hands-off selling of modern inserts), or local card shows. This card is a great candidate for 'buy-it-now' with a fair shipping price.
Selling Tips
Avoid grading this card unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10, as the cost of grading often exceeds the value of a PSA 9. Use keywords like 'Team USA', 'World Baseball Classic', and 'WBC Insert' in your listing title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a standard white envelope (PWE) to keep shipping costs low for the buyer.