Juwan Howard
1999-00 Topps Topps Finest Base Set Gold Refractor #56
Card Snapshot: This 1999-00 Topps Topps Finest (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #56. This is the coveted Gold Refractor parallel variation with a printrun of 7/100.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1999-00 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Finest |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Gold Refractor |
| Card Number | 56 |
| Serial / Print Run | 7 / 100 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Topps Finest was the very first 'premium' brand in basketball cards, introducing Chromium technology to the hobby in 1993 and changing card design forever. 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 Topps Finest Base Set Gold Refractor card significant?
Utilizing Topps's iconic Chromium technology, the light-diffracting coating gives this card a stunning rainbow sheen under direct light.
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 1999-00 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.