2004-05 Topps Topps Chrome Base Set Gold Refractor #139 - Juwan Howard
Card Snapshot: This 2004-05 Topps Topps Chrome (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Card #139. This is the coveted Gold Refractor parallel variation.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2004-05 |
| Team | Houston Rockets |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Chrome |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Gold Refractor |
| Card Number | 139 |
| Serial / Print Run | 7 / 99 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Topps Chrome is the gold standard for modern chromium cards. Since its debut in 1996, it has become the most desired brand for rookie card parallels and high-end refractors. 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
Houston Rockets: Key frontcourt starter with Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady (9.6 PPG, 5.7 RPG).
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Mid-2000s Era: Legendary 2003 draft class (LeBron, Wade, Carmelo) elevates hobby interest.
🔗 Collector Reference Profiles & History
💎 Related Chase Cards in Collection
Collector Sentiment
Collector FAQs
Why is this 2004-05 Topps Chrome Base Set Gold 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 7 out of a total print run of 99.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2004-05 season, later in Juwan Howard's career.