2002-03 Topps Pristine Juwan Howard Base Set Gold Refractor #24
Card Snapshot: View details for the 2002-03 Topps Pristine Juwan Howard card #24 from our Juwan Howard Private Collection. Rare Gold Refractor variant. Numbered 5/50. A must-see for any Juwan Howard Super Collector. High-res scans and hobby history.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Season | 2002-03 |
| Team | Denver Nuggets |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Pristine |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Gold Refractor |
| Card Number | 24 |
| Serial / Print Run | 5 / 50 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
🏆 Hobby Significance
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
Jersey Number (5): This card is a true Jersey numbered card. Being the card with a matching serial number/ Jersey number match. A nice feature for a serious collector. 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 his time with the Denver Nuggets, Juwan was a primary scoring option and a valuable mentor for a rebuilding squad. He averaged over 18 points per game, proving he was still a force in the Western Conference.
Collector FAQs
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 5 out of a total print run of 50.