2024 Topps Series 1 Mike Trout 1989 Topps Baseball Black Parallel #89B-44
Mike Trout · Topps · Insert, Parallel, Numbered /299
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2024 Topps Series 1 - 1989 Topps Baseball Insert
Year
2024
Card #
#89B-44
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks consistent with Topps production standards, and corners appear sharp. However, black-bordered cards are notorious for showing tiny chips on the edges and corners which often prevents a PSA 10.
Category
Insert, Parallel, Numbered /299
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Mike Trout remains one of the most collected modern players. Black parallels are fan favorites due to their aesthetic, though demand is slightly softened by his recent injury history.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $30.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-35, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of 2024 Topps Black Inserts for star players range from $20 to $40 raw. PSA 10 examples of similar Trout inserts from the previous year have sold for $175+.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 1 insert card featuring Mike Trout, designed in the iconic 1989 Topps woodgrain-style layout but featuring a sleek Black Parallel border. The card shows Trout in his home Angels uniform following through on a swing. It features the retro Topps logo and gold-foil lettering for the player name.
Key Features
Numbered parallel (/299), high-demand Hall of Fame caliber player, iconic 1989 throwback design, and part of the popular 35th Anniversary set line.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps foil stamping, correct gloss finish on the photo area, and consistent 2024 Topps cardstock thickness. This specific insert is not commonly counterfeited.
Flaws to Note
The black borders are highly susceptible to 'chipping' where the white cardstock shows through. Visible minor white specking on the top-right corner. Centering is slightly heavy toward the bottom.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of Trout team-set collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-term storage and flip potential.
Selling Tips
Check the back of the card to find the stamped serial number (ex: 045/299). Mention the specific serial number in the listing title. Use the keyword '1989 Anniversary' and 'Black Border'. Due to the black edges, use a high-resolution scan to prove the edge condition to buyers.