1996-97 Upper Deckbasketball

Fleer Ultra

What are these options?
Hobby Box
The full-size box sold through card shops rather than big-box stores. It has the most packs and the best odds, and most modern hobby boxes guarantee at least one autograph or memorabilia card. Pack and card counts vary by product line. Older listings sometimes call this a wax box.
Cases
The factory-sealed carton a product ships in, holding a set number of boxes. A full case is the whole carton; an inner case is a smaller sealed block from inside it. Case buyers get untouched pack sequencing and a lower price per box. Some rare cards are seeded about once per case, which is what collectors mean by a case hit.
Format In USAUSD In CanadaCAD
Hobby Box Case Steel City Collectibles $59,000

These are the best prices we could find for this product across the 2 retailers we follow for 1996-97 Upper Deck Fleer Ultra, checked daily. Prices move constantly and stock sells out; always confirm on the retailer’s own page before buying.

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2001-02
$975
1996-97

Frequently asked

What are the key rookies in 1996-97 Fleer Ultra?
The big names are Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Ray Allen, Stephon Marbury, Ben Wallace, and Steve Nash. These cards are the main draw for most collectors opening this product.
How many cards are in a complete set?
The set has 300 cards total, split into Series 1 (cards 1-150) and Series 2 (cards 151-300). You need both series to complete the base set.
What's the difference between Series 1 and Series 2 packs?
Series 1 has 24 packs per box with 10 cards per pack. Series 2 has 24 packs per box but only 8 cards per pack. Series 2 also has different insert odds and parallel configurations.
What are the parallel sets?
Gold Medallion is a 1:1 parallel (every card has a gold version), and Platinum Medallion is rarer at 1:100. These add chase value to the base cards.
What inserts should I hunt for in Series 2?
All-Rookie (1:4) is the most common and features the rookie class. Scoring Kings (1:24) and Board Game (1:9) are mid-tier. Decade of Excellence (1:100) and Starring Role (1:280) are the short prints.
Are there any known issues with this product?
Yes, cards in packs are notorious for sticking together, which can cause slight damage when separated. Keep this in mind before purchasing, especially if you're looking for high-grade cards.
What's in a 1996-97 Upper Deck Fleer Ultra hobby box?
24 packs per box, 10 cards per pack (Series 1); 24 packs per box, 8 cards per pack (Series 2)
Where can I buy 1996-97 Upper Deck Fleer Ultra?
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1996-97 Upper Deck Fleer Ultra Basketball

1996-97 Fleer Ultra is a two-series basketball set split into 300 cards total, with Series 1 and Series 2 released separately. The set features rookie cards of Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Ray Allen, Stephon Marbury, Ben Wallace, and Steve Nash, making it a key product for collectors chasing '96 class rookies.

Inserts to watch
  • All-Rookie 1 in 4 (Series 2) Highlights the best rookies from the class, including the '96 draft stars.
  • Board Game 1 in 9 (Series 2) A fun insert set that was part of the product's appeal.
  • Scoring Kings 1 in 24 (Series 2) Features top scorers and is a mid-tier chase.
  • Decade of Excellence 1 in 100 (Series 2) A short-print insert celebrating elite players.
  • Starring Role 1 in 280 (Series 2) One of the rarest inserts in Series 2.
  • Gold Medallion 1 in 1 A parallel set where every card has a Gold Medallion version.
  • Platinum Medallion 1 in 100 The scarcer parallel, numbered to 100 copies per card.
Fast facts
Box config
24 packs per box, 10 cards per pack (Series 1); 24 packs per box, 8 cards per pack (Series 2)

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