Juwan Howard
2007-08 Ultra Base Set Platinum Medallion #66
Card Snapshot: This 2007-08 Fleer Ultra (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Card number #66. This is the coveted Platinum Medallion parallel variation with a printrun of 23/25.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2007-08 |
| Team | Houston Rockets |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Ultra |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Platinum Medallion |
| Card Number | 66 |
| Serial / Print Run | 23 / 25 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 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 Platinum Medallions are legendary late-90s grails. Heavily short-printed (often to 100 or fewer copies) with an eye-catching platinum foil border, they command fierce bidding wars among player and set collectors. 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
Short Print Parallel (/25): Limited to an exclusive run of 25 copies, providing a prestigious balance of scarcity, visual brilliance, and investment-grade appeal. 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
Returning to the Mavericks, Juwan provided depth and intelligence off the bench for a championship contender. His ability to hit the mid-range jumper remained a key weapon in his arsenal. 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 2007-08 Ultra Base Set Platinum Medallion card significant?
Produced by Fleer, it stands out as an authentic piece of 2007-08 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 23 out of a total print run of 25.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2007-08 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.