For Sale: HK-9 1860 Heenan Boxing Champion of America SCD
$1,950.00 · MS 63 BN Jeff Shevlin Collection
| Reference | HK-9 |
|---|---|
| Date | 1860 |
| Grade | MS 63 BN |
| Price | $1,950.00 |
| Item # | 3717 |
| Metal | Copper |
Near TOP POP, 7 certified by NGC and only 1 finer. John C. Heenan, the “Benicia Boy” won the first clear claim to the American heavyweight title. This was struck to commemorate the famous 1860 bare-knuckle World Championship Heavyweight fight with England’s champion Tom Sayers. The match lasted over two hours and ended in a 42-round draw.