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TCGAI.PRO Mike Trout 2011 · Topps Update · #175
10.0 Gem Mint
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Mike Trout card, TCGAI Score 10.0

Certificate #36EE402CC25F · Baseball

Mike Trout

Topps Update · #175 · 2011

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Graded by Steven Crianza · Jun 23, 2026 · 21 views

Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front of Mike Trout
Front No flaws
Back of Mike Trout
Back No flaws
50 50 50 50
Front 50/50 L/R · 50/50 T/B
49 51 50 50
Back 50/50 L/R · 49/51 T/B

Measured from the photo. Borders drawn wider than real so the offset shows.

Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 10 10
Corners 10 10
Edges 10 10
Surface 10 10
Whitening 10 10
Holo / foil 10 10

Limited by Centering 10 No defects detected in provided imagery

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

Corners

Front All four corners appear sharp and clean under close inspection.

Back No fuzz or whitening visible on the reverse tips.

Edges

Front Edges appear to have a factory-clean cut; no silvering or chips observed.

Back Back edges show no signs of handling wear or nicking.

Surface

Front Surface is glossy and free of scratches, scuffs, or print defects.

Back Back surface is clean with no discernible print marks or blemishes.

Whitening

Front Perimeter is fully intact with no color loss.

Back No whitening along the edges or corners.

Holo / foil

Front The Chrome finish is pristine with full, undisturbed shimmer.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded 10

$1,300

1 sale

Raw, ungraded

$651

$225 – $1,600 · 16 listings

Grading premium

+100%

Graded average over raw average

Price by grade

Average sale price by grade
Grade Average Range and sales
Raw $651 $225 – $1,600 · 16 listings
Grade 10 This card $1,300 1 sale

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=22, validListings=2, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 7/10

Prices have declined recently due to high supply and market saturation, but Trout's legacy ensures long-term stability. High-grade copies and parallels may rise while base cards remain flat.

Next months. Next 3-6 months: Prices likely to remain flat or slightly decline due to low demand for base cards.

Long term. 1-3 years: Stable to modest growth, especially for graded copies and special parallels, as Trout completes his career.

History

Mike Trout is one of the most iconic baseball players of the modern era, named the 2012 AL Rookie of the Year and a perennial MVP candidate. His 2011 Topps Update #US175 is his first official rookie card, marking the start of his legendary career with the Los Angeles Angels. The card is widely regarded as the most significant 'modern' rookie card after the 1951 Topps Mantle card.

This card was first released in late 2011 as part of the Topps Update series, which features players who debuted in the 2011 MLB season. It was printed in the United States by Topps, a major American trading card company.

  • It is Mike Trout's first official rookie card.
  • Often called the 'most iconic modern card' after the 1951 Topps Mantle.
  • Trout led the AL in runs (129) and stolen bases (49) in 2012, winning Rookie of the Year and Silver Slugger.

Rarity and print run

Tier
Common
Print run
Very High
First printed in
2011 Topps Update
Demand
High
Supply
Abundant
  • Mass-produced base card with very high print run
  • Availability of numerous reprints and parallels increase supply
  • Only rare in high grades (graded 9/10) or special parallels (Black /60)

Collector notes

Condition. Key flaws include off-centering, edge wear, surface scratches, and corner dings. The cardstock is prone to whitening along edges. Check for print lines and ink smudges common in mass-produced base cards.

Storage. Store in a rigid, non-acidic card sleeve, then place in a tamper-proof top loader or graded/DNA-approved holder. Avoid humidity and direct sunlight. Use a climate-controlled environment for long-term storage.

Authenticity. Fakes often have incorrect color saturation, missing print lines, or uneven borders. Reprints (like the gold version sold by Superior Sports Investments) are clearly marked as 'REPRINT'. Authenticate through graded, Beckett, or graded for graded copies.

Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, sportscardspro.com, reddit.com, superiorsportsinvestments.com, youtube.com

Card details

Name
Mike Trout
Game
Baseball
Set
Topps Update (US175)
Number
175
Year
2011
Rarity
Rookie Card
Language
English
Manufacturer
Topps
Identification
Matched on eBay
Certificate
#36EE402CC25F
Graded on
Jun 23, 2026
Views
21

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