This card comes from the 1998-99 Flair Showcase basketball set and features Patrick Ewing, legendary center of the New York Knicks and one of the most dominant big men of the 1990s NBA era.
Flair Showcase cards were known for their innovative design and tiered structure. The set was divided into Row 0, Row 1, and Row 2, with each tier representing different levels of scarcity and collectability. This card belongs to Row 1, a limited parallel that adds exclusivity within the set.
This particular example is serial numbered 0517 of 3000, making it an officially limited card from the late-1990s premium card era. The design features multiple images of Ewing combined with the colorful, reflective Flair Showcase background that made the set iconic among collectors.
Patrick Ewing was a cornerstone of the New York Knicks franchise, known for his elite scoring, shot-blocking, and leadership on the court. An 11-time NBA All-Star and member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, Ewing remains one of the greatest centers in NBA history.
This example has been professionally graded 8.5 (NM-MINT) by AP Grading, indicating a very strong collectible condition.
Card Details
Set: 1998-99 Flair Showcase
Player: Patrick Ewing
Team: New York Knicks
Series: Row 1
Serial Number: 0517/3000
Card Number: 41
Grading Company: AP Grading
Certification Number: 213631
Grade: 8.5 (NM-MINT)
Subgrades
Centering: 8.5
Corners: 8.5
Edges: 8.0
Surface: 8.0
A great collectible for New York Knicks fans, Patrick Ewing collectors, and enthusiasts of classic 1990s NBA cards.
