Juwan Howard 1997-98 Fleer Ultra Base Set Platinum Medallion #257 P
Card Snapshot: View details for the 1997-98 Ultra Juwan Howard card #257 P from our Juwan Howard Private Collection. Rare Platinum Medallion variant. Numbered 34/100. A must-see for any Juwan Howard Super Collector. High-res scans and hobby history.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1997-98 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Ultra |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Platinum Medallion |
| Card Number | 257 P |
| Serial / Print Run | 34 / 100 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | - |
| Autograph | - |
🏆 Hobby Significance
Fleer Ultra's Medallion parallels (Gold and Platinum) offered a premium foil upgrade. Platinum Medallions, in particular, were heavily short-printed and remain highly collectible. Fleer Ultra was the choice for collectors seeking high-gloss finishes and diverse insert sets. It pushed the boundaries of card coatings and multi-tiered parallel systems. 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.
⚒️ Card Technology
Trading Card Manufacturing: Traditional trading card manufacturing involves multiple layers of printing and finishing. Even standard base cards from this era often featured premium UV coatings and high-quality card stock that was revolutionary at the time.
📈 Player Performance & Team
During this era, Juwan was the focal point of the Washington Wizards offense. He shared the court with prime Rod Strickland, who led the league in assists, and a young rookie named Richard Hamilton.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
In 1997, the NBA was at its cultural peak. Michael Jordan's Bulls were chasing their second three-peat, and the 'Bulls vs. The World' narrative dominated every headline and highlight reel.
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Collector FAQs
What makes this 1997-98 Ultra #257 P Platinum Medallion unique for collectors?
This specific card (#257 P) from the 1997-98 Fleer Ultra release features the rare Platinum Medallion parallel finish. Produced by Fleer, it stands out as an authentic piece of 1997-98 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 34 out of a total print run of 100.