2013 Topps Mike Trout Emerald Green Parallel #1
Mike Trout · Topps · Parallel (Emerald Green)
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2013 Topps Series 1
Year
2013
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) Estimated - Visual analysis shows significant white wear on the top-right and bottom-right corners, along with minor edge chipping. The centering appears slightly favor top-to-bottom. Surfaces show common Topps gloss scratches from non-sleeve storage.
Category
Parallel (Emerald Green)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Mike Trout remains a cornerstone of the hobby, but condition issues on this specific card limit it to player-set collectors rather than high-end investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-30, PSA 7: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies in similar Excellent condition generally sell for $18-22. PSA 9 (Mint) examples of this parallel fetch over $150, but copies with visible corner wear like this one stay in the $20 range.
Description
This is a 2013 Topps Mike Trout #1 featuring the elusive Emerald Green parallel border. This card celebrates Trout's early career dominance with the Los Angeles Angels. The design features a vibrant green border, high-action legal photography of Trout high-fiving teammates, and the classic Topps nameplate. The Emerald Green foil was a retail-exclusive parallel, making it significantly rarer than the standard base card.
Key Features
Mike Trout card #1 of the set; Emerald Green Parallel (Retail Exclusive); Early career (3rd year) card of a future Hall of Famer; Iconic horizontal action photography.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Topps logo placement; emerald green foil stamping matches 2013 retail production standards; card stock thickness is consistent with 2013 Series 1. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening on the back corners; soft physical corners on the bottom right; horizontal centering is decent but vertical centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom edge; surface appears to have minor light scratches visible in the gloss.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Auction or Buy It Now), COMC (Check Out My Cards), or local Facebook Card Trading groups.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will likely exceed the value added due to the visible corner wear. List it as '2013 Topps Mike Trout Emerald Green #1' with clear front and back photos. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping in a bubble mailer (Ground Advantage).