SOLD: HK-277 1897 Corbett-Fitzsimmons Boxing Bout Carson City, NV

NGC AU 55 Jeff Shevlin Collection

Reference HK-277
Date 1897
Grade AU 55
Price $295.00
Item # 4217
Metal Bronze

Very difficult to find problem free, this example has moderate wear but is essentially problem free example. The medal commemorates the World’s Heavyweight Championship of the World boxing match held March 17, 1897 in Carson City, Nevada. Type II with bust of Fitzsimmons facing right. Previously sold by Tony Swicer in his sale #75. Struck in Bronze.