Juwan Howard
1999-00 Ultra Fresh Ink #22
Card Snapshot: This 1999-00 Fleer Ultra (Fresh Ink) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #22. This card has a printrun of 49/225. Includes official certified autograph.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1999-00 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Ultra |
| Theme | Fresh Ink |
| Variant | Base |
| Card Number | 22 |
| Serial / Print Run | 49 / 225 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | Yes |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
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. 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
Certified Autograph: This card features an authentic signature, signed directly by the player. In the early 90s, these were rare 'Chase' cards, often falling at odds of 1 in 1,000 packs or more. 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
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. 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
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. 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 1999-00 Ultra Fresh Ink Base card significant?
Featuring a certified signature guaranteed by Fleer, it bridges authentic player memorabilia with high-end card design.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 49 out of a total print run of 225.
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.
Is the autograph authentic?
Yes, this card features a manufacturer-certified autograph guaranteed by Fleer.