Juwan Howard
1999-00 Fleer SkyBox Premium Base Set Star Ruby #66
Card Snapshot: This 1999-00 Fleer SkyBox Premium (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #66. This is the coveted Star Ruby parallel variation with a printrun of 35/45.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1999-00 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | SkyBox Premium |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Star Ruby |
| Card Number | 66 |
| Serial / Print Run | 35 / 45 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Skybox Premium 'Star Rubies' are among the most revered and aesthetically striking parallels of the late 90s. With brilliant red foil and extreme scarcity (often numbered to 50 or 45), they are a centerpiece that rivals PMGs in demand. 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
The turn of the millennium saw Juwan as a cornerstone for the Wizards. His scoring and rebounding consistency made him a nightly double-double threat and a fan favorite in D.C.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Post-Jordan Transition Era: Rise of Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, and new young superstars. Pop Culture crossover: During the 1999 television season, Juwan Howard made a famous cameo appearance in the hit political drama 'The West Wing' (Episode: 'The Crackpots and These Women'), playing a pickup basketball game against the President's staff.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 1999-00 SkyBox Premium Base Set Star Ruby card significant?
This card is considered a 'Holy Grail' insert in 90s basketball card collecting. Produced by Fleer during the 1999-00 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 35 out of a total print run of 45.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 1999-00 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.