Juwan Howard
1997-98 Topps Chrome Base Set Refractor #T40-32
Card Snapshot: This 1997-98 Topps Topps Chrome (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #T40-32. This is the coveted Refractor parallel variation.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1997-98 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Chrome |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Refractor |
| Card Number | T40-32 |
| Serial / Print Run | — |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
| Est. Value | $1.90 |
📈 Market Value & Price History
Confirmed sales (eBay / PSA / Fanatics / Self-Purchase)
| Date | Grade | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Raw | $2.22 | eBay (Auction) |
| 2026-06-25 | Raw | $1.99 | eBay (Auction) |
| 2026-05-05 | Raw | $1.50 | eBay (Auction) |
📊 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.
⚒️ Card Technology
Chromium Refractor: Chromium technology revolutionized the hobby by adding a rainbow light-diffracting coating to the card surface. The specific color (Gold, Sapphire, Ruby, etc.) designates its exact scarcity tier in the set. 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. Inaugural Wizards MCI Center Era: Served as the franchise cornerstone through the 1997 rebranding, establishing a lethal high-post scoring punch alongside league assist leader Rod Strickland and later teaming with Michael Jordan during MJ's historic Washington comeback.
🏀 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. Turn-of-the-Century Wizards Era: Highlighted by the opening of the state-of-the-art MCI Center in downtown Washington D.C., new teal and bronze colors, and Michael Jordan's front-office tenure and legendary playing return.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 1997-98 Topps Chrome Base Set Refractor card significant?
Utilizing Topps's iconic Chromium technology, the light-diffracting coating gives this card a stunning rainbow sheen under direct light.
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.