1996 Flair Showcase Row 2 #3 Allen Iverson Rookie

Explore in-depth stats, PSA populations, and a unique rating for this iconic rookie card.

PSA 10 Price: $450 - $600
PSA 9 Price: $30 - $60
PSA 8 Price: >$15
Total PSA Pop: 1,134

Tale of the Tape

Playing Career
78
Card's Significance in the Hobby
30
Rarity Factor
100
Player Marketability
86
Overall Hobby Score
73.5
73.5

Badges

Generational Talent
Big Market Success
Iverson Reebok Question Shoes

Iverson’s iconic Reebok Questions — one of the most recognizable rookie shoes in NBA history.

Player Achievements

1996 - 2010

NBA MVP: 2001
11× NBA All-Star
3× All-NBA First Team
1997 NBA Rookie of the Year
NBA Scoring Champion: 4x (1999, 2001, 2002, 2005)

Flair Showcase and Its Legacy

Flair Showcase was introduced in the mid-1990s as a premium line under Fleer, offering collectors a higher-end product compared to standard releases. The set was divided into multiple "rows," with Row 3 being the most common and Row 1 being the rarest. Each row featured slight variations in design, adding a layer of complexity for collectors aiming to complete the set. This tiered structure was a unique feature of Flair Showcase and contributed to its appeal during its production years.

The 1996 Flair Showcase set was part of one of the most celebrated draft classes in NBA history. Produced from 1993 to 1999, Flair Showcase focused on glossy finishes and intricate designs that stood out in the market. Allen Iverson’s Row 3 rookie card is one of the more accessible options from the set, with a PSA population of just over 1,100. While Flair Showcase had a relatively short run in the basketball card market, it remains a notable chapter in Fleer’s history for its innovative approach to card design.

PSA Price History (January)

Year PSA 10 Price PSA 9 Price
2022 $750 $60
2023 $600 (-20%) $50 (-16.7%)
2024 $485 (-19.2%) $45 (-10%)
2025 $525 (+8.2%) $50 (+11.1%)

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