1996-97 SkyBox E-2000 Juwan Howard Base Set Credentials #79
Card Snapshot: View details for the 1996-97 SkyBox E-2000 Juwan Howard card #79 from our Juwan Howard Private Collection. Rare Credentials variant. Numbered 259/499. A must-see for any Juwan Howard Super Collector. High-res scans and hobby history.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Season | 1996-97 |
| Team | Washington Bullets |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | SkyBox E-2000 |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Credentials |
| Card Number | 79 |
| Serial / Print Run | 259 / 499 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
🏆 Hobby Significance
E-X Credentials (Now and Future) are among the most aesthetically stunning and condition-sensitive acetate cards ever produced. The print runs differed based on the player's card number, creating a complex and highly engaging chase for 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
Jersey Number (5): This card is a true Jersey numbered card. Being the card with a matching serial number/ Jersey number match. A nice feature for a serious collector. 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
The 1996-97 season celebrated the NBA's 50th Anniversary (noted by gold NBA logos on many cards). It also marked the arrival of the legendary 1996 Draft Class (Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Steve Nash), which drove the sports card hobby into a frenzy of innovation.
Collector FAQs
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 259 out of a total print run of 499.