1997-98 Topps Topps Finest Catalyst Embossed Refractor #158 C8 - Juwan Howard
Card Snapshot: This 1997-98 Topps Topps Finest (Catalyst) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Bullets. Card #158 C8. This is the coveted Embossed Refractor parallel variation.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1997-98 |
| Team | Washington Bullets |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Finest |
| Theme | Catalyst |
| Variant | Embossed Refractor |
| Card Number | 158 C8 |
| Serial / Print Run | 45 / 74 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Topps Finest was the very first 'premium' brand in basketball cards, introducing Chromium technology to the hobby in 1993 and changing card design forever. The Juwan Howard collection spans multiple decades of basketball history, capturing everything from the high-flying 90s to his championship years with the Miami Heat. Each card represents a unique piece of this journey.
📈 Player Performance & Team
Washington Wizards Rebranding Era: Co-captain alongside Chris Webber (18.5 PPG, 7.0 RPG).
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Late 90s Premium Insert Craze: Introduction of high-end parallels (PMG, Rubies, Refractors).
🔗 Collector Reference Profiles & History
💎 Related Chase Cards in Collection
Collector Sentiment
Collector FAQs
Why is this 1997-98 Topps Finest Catalyst Embossed Refractor card significant?
Utilizing Topps's iconic Chromium technology, the light-diffracting coating gives this card a stunning rainbow sheen under direct light.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 45 out of a total print run of 74.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 1997-98 season, later in Juwan Howard's career.