1997-98 Topps Finest Series 1 & 2 🏀 Complete Sets

1997-98 Topps Finest Series 1 & 2 🏀 Complete Set

The 1997-98 Topps Finest set is a landmark release in the history of modern sports cards. It's a highly sought-after set due to its premium chromium finish and a legendary rookie class that includes Tim Duncan and Tracy McGrady. A complete set from this era is a significant collection for any basketball card enthusiast.

Description:

• Set Composition: The complete set consists of 326 cards, divided into two series. The set is also tiered, with three distinct levels of rarity for the base cards:

  • Bronze (Common): Cards #1-120 and 174-273

  • Silver (Uncommon): Cards #121-153

  • Gold (Rare): Cards #154-173

• Key Cards & Rookies: The value of a complete set is heavily anchored by the rookie cards from the legendary 1997 NBA Draft class. The most valuable rookie cards in this set are:

  • Tim Duncan (#101, #137, #157): The most desirable rookie card in the set, with three different cards.

  • Tracy McGrady (#107, #144, #164): Another highly valuable rookie card, with three different cards.

  • Chauncey Billups (#109, #145, #165): A key rookie card of the future NBA champion.

• Star Power: The set also includes key base cards of established superstars:

  • Michael Jordan (#39, #154, #271): Another highly sought-after card featuring the legendary player.

  • Kobe Bryant (#40, #137, #262): A key card of the legendary superstar.