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No, but there is an award for most trust points.
There are WAmmy's awarded annually for "Most trust points earned" and "Most Trust Points by a New Supervisor" the award is posted on the users profile page and they are also entered into the WAmmy hall of fame (see related link). There is also a related question below which shows all WikiAnswers users who have gained over 2,000 trust points.
2,000+ Trust Points on WikiAnswersThe following 45 WikiAnswers contributors have all earned more than 2,000 trust points (figures correct as of July 18, 2012):8,981 trust points - User:Marcy5,653 trust points - User:USCitizen5,643 trust points - User:RoyR5,189 trust points - User:Macky5,011 trust points - User:Clay5,009 trust points - User:Aggie804,893 trust points - User:Ranger224,893 trust points - User:Dlmick4,646 trust points - User:Joncey4,622 trust points - User:Crystal4,474 trust points - User:Keats4,181 trust points - User:Chris3,978 trust points - User:Ksmail3,880 trust points - User:Neila2223,781 trust points - User:Viper1usmc3,730 trust points - User:Quirkyquantummechanic3,560 trust points - User:Redbeard3,428 trust points - User:Grevillea3,315 trust points - User:HisPowr4U3,147 trust points - User:Deb3,136 trust points - User:Jadeacres3,103 trust points - User:elosery3,065 trust points - User:Delltechie2,997 trust points - User:Brave32,967 trust points - User:JEK2,874 trust points - User:Ganderton2,850 trust points - User:On_the_Wallaby2,831 trust points - User:Englishangel2,779 trust points - User:Katz22,625 trust points - User:Sdresh2,622 trust points - User:Schnazola2,614 trust points - User:Dfoofnik2,587 trust points - User:Myrab512,561 trust points - User:Emdrgreg2,557 trust points - User:Simplemary2,516 trust points - User:Blue2,514 trust points - User:JayKay2,487 trust points - User:Natural_Val2,427 trust points - User:TrishaR2,306 trust points - User:Robbb2,285 trust points - User:An8thg2,138 trust points - User:Tina2,083 trust points - User:Squirrel_Man2,046 trust points - User:Hooweestik2,038 trust points - User:BaldfatguyNOTE: THERE IS CURRENTLY A PROBLEM WITH THE TRUST POINTS BEING GIVEN. THIS ANSWER WILL BE UPDATED ONCE IT'S FIXED.~ Top 100 All-time Contributors ~Click on the Related Link, further down this page,to see the list of the Top 100.
Trust points are earned - for providing quality answers to peoples questions. Anyone can award a trust point to another contributor. Sadly, some people see them as 'status symbols' and not as recognition for doing something useful !
3,000+ Trust Points on WikiAnswersThe following 23 WikiAnswers contributors have all earned more than 3,000 trust points (figures correct as of July 18, 2012):8,981 trust points - User:Marcy5,653 trust points - User:USCitizen5,643 trust points - User:RoyR5,189 trust points - User:Macky5,011 trust points - User:Clay5,009 trust points - User:Aggie804,893 trust points - User:Ranger224,893 trust points - User:Dlmick4,646 trust points - User:Joncey4,622 trust points - User:Crystal4,474 trust points - User:Keats4,181 trust points - User:Chris3,978 trust points - User:Ksmail3,880 trust points - User:Neila2223,781 trust points - User:Viper1usmc3,730 trust points - User:Quirkyquantummechanic3,560 trust points - User:Redbeard3,428 trust points - User:Grevillea3,315 trust points - User:HisPowr4U3,147 trust points - User:Deb3,136 trust points - User:Jadeacres3,103 trust points - User:elosery3,065 trust points - User:DelltechieNOTE: THERE IS CURRENTLY A PROBLEM WITH THE TRUST POINTS BEING GIVEN. THIS ANSWER WILL BE UPDATED ONCE IT'S FIXED.~ Top 100 All-time Contributors ~Click on the Related Link, further down this page,to see the list of the Top 100.
Although Trust Points are intended to be for outstanding answers, you can award a contributor a Trust Point for asking a good question, or any other community activity.
No, You CannotOnce you give someone a trust point, you have permanently done so. As of now, it is not possible to take back trust points. However, this may change in the future.
Both Contribution and Trust Points are very valuable for easily seeing which members of the community are more experienced and trusted. It is also a nice way to award those that contribute to the site with various badges and awards for reaching certain levels.
You can award a Trust Point to a user by going to their profile and clicking on "Recommend Contributor." Trust Points are awarded to a member whose contributions you think are helpful, authentic, and worthwhile.You can earn Trust Points by contributing to the site. Answer questions in categories in which you're knowledgeable or passionate! Give in depth answers, and validate your profile with links to your blog and/or Facebook that show your experience! Trust Points come with time and effort on Answers.com.
The best way - is by providing good-quality, accurate and informative answers. HOWEVER - it should be noted that trust points are in no way an indication of the accuracy of an answer. Anyone can award a trust point for any reason, therefore - they can be 'passed around' like currency between school-friends (which detracts from their meaning !)
The first trust points badge that can be added to your profile page is for 500 trust points.
At this point, you can only add Trust Points, not deduct them. So, you can not lost Trust Points.