Upper Deck saved the best for last when it constructed the base checklist for its groundbreaking 2003-04 Exquisite Collection basketball release. LeBron James, whose NBA arrival coincided with Exquisite’s debut, slotted into the final entry of the 78-card base checklist. Those 78 cards were covered in two parallels, including /25 Gold. It may not have the autograph and patch combination of his base rookie card, but its print run makes this one four time more rare.
With King James and Exquisite Collection both representing the gold standard in their respective fields for many fans and collectors, this card stands as a lasting symbol of two of the most impactful entities in sports card history.
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