August 2012 Auction Ends Thursday, August 30th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/30/2012
Ticket to the controversial boxing match between Sailor Tom Sharkey and Gentleman Jim Corbett at the Lenox Athletic Club on 22 November 1898. The referee disqualified Corbett, known as the father of modern boxing midway through the bout, and Sharkey won by default. Measures 5.25'' x 2.75''. Toning, else fine.
Ticket to the 22 November 1898 Corbett vs. Sharkey Boxing Match
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