2015 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout (All-Star Game Variation SSP) #500
Mike Trout (and Ned Yost) · Topps · Short Print (SSP), Variation, Base
Player
Mike Trout (and Ned Yost)
Set
2015 Topps Series 2 (Base Variations)
Year
2015
Card #
#500
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Centering appears slightly heavy on the right; surface shows minor scratches on the magnetic case which may or may not be on the card; corners appear relatively sharp through the holder.
Category
Short Print (SSP), Variation, Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Mike Trout remains one of the most collected modern baseball players. Short print variations of his base cards from his prime (2012-2016) are consistently sought after by 'super-set' collectors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $75-90, PSA 9: $125-160, PSA 10: $450-600
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific variation have ranged between $45 and $70 depending on centering. PSA 10 copies have historically reached over $500, but PSA 9s usually settle in the $140 range.
Description
A rare 2015 Topps Series 2 Mike Trout Short Print (SSP) variation card #500. This card features Trout in his American League All-Star jersey alongside KC Royals manager Ned Yost. Unlike the standard base card, this image variation was produced in much smaller quantities. The card features a vibrant red border design synonymous with the 2015 Topps set and the official 2015 All-Star Game logo in the bottom right corner.
Key Features
Super Short Print (SSP) status makes it significantly rarer than the standard base card. Features future Hall of Famer Mike Trout in a unique All-Star Game dugout celebration. High chase value for Trout player collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The 'Topps' logo font, the specific shade of American League red, and the matte finish on the player jerseys are consistent with 2015 Topps card stock. The card number #500 on the back must end in a different code (CMP) than the base version to confirm variation status.
Flaws to Note
Significant vertical scratches are visible in the image, though many appear to be on the plastic 'One-Touch' magnetic holder rather than the card itself. The left-to-right centering is slightly off (approx 60/40). Possible edge chipping on the bottom red border (common for this set).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform due to the high volume of Trout collectors using saved searches for 'SSP'. Consignment through COMC or MySlabs is also a viable option for a graded version.
Selling Tips
Remove the card from the scratched magnetic holder and place it in a brand new penny sleeve and top-loader before photographing to show the surface clearly. Use 'SSP' and 'IMAGE VARIATION' in the title. Check the back of the card; the small code at the bottom should end in #706 for the SSP version.