2012 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout SP Short Print Photo Variation #446
Mike Trout (also featuring Torii Hunter and Mark Trumbo) · Topps · Short Print (SP) Variation
Player
Mike Trout (also featuring Torii Hunter and Mark Trumbo)
Set
2012 Topps Series 2
Year
2012
Card #
#446
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy toward the top/right (approx 60/40), corners look sharp, and surface appears clean with no visible wax or printing dots.
Category
Short Print (SP) Variation
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Hot. Mike Trout short prints are blue-chip assets in the modern hobby, especially his 2011 and 2012 flagship variations.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$450.00 - $600.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $400-500; PSA 9: $800-1,000; PSA 10: $4,500-6,000
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $500. PSA 9 copies have recently hovered around the $850-$950 mark. PSA 10 copies are rare and have historically reached $5,000+ depending on market timing.
Description
Stunning 2012 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout Short Print (SP) #446. This highly sought-after photo variation features Trout (center) alongside teammates Torii Hunter and Mark Trumbo in a celebratory dugout moment. The card utilizes the iconic 2012 Topps horizontal design with crisp white borders and vibrant red accents representing the Los Angeles Angels.
Key Features
Extremely rare SP (Short Print) variation from Trout's first full-year Topps flagship release; featured in the 'candid' dugout photo rather than the standard batting stance image; includes multiple Angels stars; massive premium over the base card.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct card stock gloss; Topps logo crispness; code suffix on back ends in specific number for SP variations (check back for #520 code). High confidence in authenticity based on visual print patterns.
Flaws to Note
A small white spec is visible on the top edge border (above Hunter's jersey), and the vertical centering (left-to-right as looking at the horizontal photo) favors the right side slightly. The card appears well-preserved.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction with high starting bid or BIN), Goldin Auctions, or PWCC for a graded copy. Due to the high value and potential for fraud, a managed high-end auction house is recommended if graded PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Grading is highly recommended for this card. The price delta between a RAW copy and a PSA 10 is thousands of dollars. Use a micro-fiber cloth to remove any fingerprints before submitting to PSA. Ship via USPS Registered Mail or FedEx with full insurance.