Juwan Howard
2006-07 Ultra Base Set Gold Medallion #53
Card Snapshot: This 2006-07 Fleer Ultra (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Card number #53. This is the coveted Gold Medallion parallel variation.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2006-07 |
| Team | Houston Rockets |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Ultra |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Gold Medallion |
| Card Number | 53 |
| Serial / Print Run | — |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
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🏆 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. Fleer Ultra Gold Medallion parallels offered one guaranteed parallel per pack in select years, bathing the player photography in luxurious embossed gold foil that elevated the base card into a premium showpiece. 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 his tenure with the Houston Rockets, Juwan was a seasoned veteran presence in the frontcourt, playing alongside Hall of Fame center Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady, and legendary shot-blocker Dikembe Mutombo. Rockets Frontcourt Anchor: Key starter and defensive anchor alongside Hall of Fame center Yao Ming and scoring superstar Tracy McGrady in Jeff Van Gundy's physical Western Conference contender.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Mid-2000s Houston Rockets Era: The Toyota Center era characterized by Jeff Van Gundy's stifling half-court defense, international basketball superstardom via Yao Ming, and thrilling Western Conference playoff clashes.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 2006-07 Ultra Base Set Gold Medallion card significant?
Produced by Fleer, it stands out as an authentic piece of 2006-07 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2006-07 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.