Juwan Howard
1997-98 Fleer Fleer Metal Universe Base Set Precious Metal Gems Green #33 PMG
Card Snapshot: This 1997-98 Fleer Fleer Metal Universe (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Bullets. Card number #33 PMG. This is the coveted Precious Metal Gems Green parallel variation with a printrun of 7/100.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1997-98 |
| Team | Washington Bullets |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Fleer Metal Universe |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Precious Metal Gems Green |
| Card Number | 33 PMG |
| Serial / Print Run | 7 / 100 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
The mythical PMG Green! Limited to just the first 10 copies of the 100-card print run, this is undeniably one of the most legendary and expensive parallel cards in the entire sports card hobby. 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
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
Late 90s Premium Insert Craze: Introduction of high-end parallels (PMG, Rubies, Refractors). 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
Why is this 1997-98 Fleer Metal Universe Base Set Precious Metal Gems Green card significant?
This card is considered a 'Holy Grail' insert in 90s basketball card collecting. Produced by Fleer during the 1997-98 season, its legendarily low print run and iconic design make it a focal point of our collection.
Is this a 'Holy Grail' card?
Yes, this card belongs to one of the most prestigious parallel series in the hobby. These are extremely rare and heavily targeted by high-end collectors.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 7 out of a total print run of 100.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 1997-98 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.