Juwan Howard
2004-05 Fleer Authentix Base Set Mezzanine #87
Card Snapshot: This 2004-05 Fleer Fleer Authentix (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Orlando Magic. Card number #87. This is the coveted Mezzanine parallel variation with a printrun of 25/50.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2004-05 |
| Team | Orlando Magic |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Fleer Authentix |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Mezzanine |
| Card Number | 87 |
| Serial / Print Run | 25 / 50 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📈 Market Value & Price History
Confirmed sales (eBay / PSA / Fanatics / Self-Purchase)
| Date | Grade | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-06-17 | Raw | $0.99 | eBay |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Modeled after stadium seating, these tiers represented different levels of scarcity in the set. Pulling 'Club Box' or 'Loge Level' equivalents meant you had secured the rarest variations in the product. 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. Numbered Parallel (/50): Serial-numbered to just 50 copies worldwide, ensuring long-term hobby liquidity and low population counts in third-party grading registries. 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 tenure with the Houston Rockets, Juwan was a seasoned veteran presence in the frontcourt, playing alongside Hall of Fame center Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady, and legendary shot-blocker Dikembe Mutombo. Orlando Magic Veteran Core: Started 81 games in 2003-04, averaging 17.0 points per night as the primary interior scoring partner to NBA scoring champion Tracy McGrady.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Mid-2000s Era: Legendary 2003 draft class (LeBron, Wade, Carmelo) elevates hobby interest. The mid-2000s were defined by the defensive dominance of the Detroit Pistons and the scoring explosions of Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson. The league was transition from the post-Jordan era to the LeBron era.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 2004-05 Fleer Authentix Base Set Mezzanine card significant?
Produced by Fleer, it stands out as an authentic piece of 2004-05 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 25 out of a total print run of 50.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2004-05 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.