BENNY LEONARD Vintage pair of boxing gloves signed by Leonard. Boxing Gloves inscribed and signed: " 11/17/19 To My Friend / Harold Levy / From Benny Leonard". Brown ink. Inscription inside left glove. Benny Leonard (1896-1947) was World Lightweight Champion from 1917 to 1925, when he retired. Financially ruined by the Crash of 1929, he successfully returned to the ring in 1931 and 1932. Leonard suffered a fatal heart attack in New York's St. Nicholas Arena on April 18, 1947 while refereeing a fight. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990. Fragile condition. Leather is cracked and exhibits some shedding. 2-inch tear on right glove. Displayed in acrylic case 22¼ x 30¼ x 13. Boxing | Letters
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BILLY AIRD - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/22/1986 - HFSID 165821BILLY AIRD The British Heavyweight champion boxer signs a letter on his company's stationery at Billy Aird Promotions. Autograph letter signed: "Billy Aird", 1 page, 8¼x11¾. Bermondsey, London, England, 22 May 1986. To "Dear Peter" in full: "Thank you for your letter.Sale Price $288.00
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EAMONN ANDREWS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/16/1970 - HFSID 80016EAMONN ANDREWS. Typed Letter signed: "Eamon Andrews", 1p, 8x7. London (England), 1970 September 16. On personal letterhead to E. Donald Grant, Whitton, England. In full:
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TOMMY BURNS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/24/1949 - HFSID 252541TOMMY BURNS Lost his heavyweight crown to Jack Johnson in 1908. Scarce ALS: "Tommy Burns", 1p, 5½x3¼. No place, 1949 July 24. To Roy Pitts, Anniston, Alabama. Penned on verso of penny postcard, not postmarked, self-addressed by Pitts.
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GERRY COONEY - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 265060GERRY COONEY. ALS: "Gerald Cooney", 1p, 6¼x9. No place, no date. To Robert & Friends. In full: "Thanks for the note. I've watched that fight and every time I'd say I'm going to win tonight. Well I have great memorys (sic) that night in 82. Hope you do too. Love to you all.
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JAMES J. "GENTLEMAN JIM" CORBETT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 42565JAMES J. CORBETT. ALS: "Jim Corbett" in pencil, 1½p, 5¼x6½. Bayside, N.Y., no date. To Bill. In full: "So glad to hear from you but of course sorry you are so ill. We are just a couple of old stiffs and glad to be alive. Hope we are up and around soon Bill.
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JAMES J. "GENTLEMAN JIM" CORBETT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 280354Heavyweight boxer James J. Corbett wrote this letter on his wife's stationery in 1924 to arrange a meeting in Boston. He added a note: "Please dont [sic] have me speak at dinner". Bound in a red leather 5¼x6¾ folder with gold-colored lettering.
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JAMES J. "GENTLEMAN JIM" CORBETT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 265041JAMES J. CORBETT. ALS: "Jas J Corbett", 1 p, 5x6¼. Hotel Palliser, Calgary, Alberta, no date. To Kendrick. In part: "I will do what I can for your wife Clara but you know it's a hard job. However I will go after Sennett when I am out there.
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JAMES J. "GENTLEMAN JIM" CORBETT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/06/1927 - HFSID 101858JAMES J. CORBETT World Heavyweight Champion, 1892-1897. ALS: "Jim Corbett", 1p, 6½x5½. Bayside, N.Y., 1927 November 6. To Chisholm. In full: "Enclosed find the pictures.
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CLEVELAND CORDER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 344881CLEVELAND CORDER The professional boxer signs this letter to a fan mentioning that he and his family help the local rescue mission Autograph letter signed: “Cleveland Corder” in blue ink. 5¼x6¾. Written to “Dear William”, in full: “Thank-you for your kind words.
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JACK DEMPSEY - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 100303JACK DEMPSEY Jack Dempsey writes to Charles Edison, son of inventor Thomas A. Edison about the type of music that he enjoys. Typed Letter Signed: "Jack Dempsey", 1p, 8¼x10½. New Bismarck Hotel, Chicago, no date. To Charles Edison, son of inventor Thomas A.
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JACK DEMPSEY - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/04/1937 - HFSID 2151JACK DEMPSEY Jack Dempsey writes about what he considers a Conservative and a Liberal. Typed Letter Signed: "Jack Dempsey", 1p, 8½x11. Pictorial Jack Dempsey's Restaurant stationery, New York City, 1937 January 4. To Mr. J.A. Blomgren, Minneapolis, Minn.
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JACK DEMPSEY - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/05/1932 - HFSID 41586JACK DEMPSEY Jack Dempsey writes a letter of apology for not making the lunch date as promised. Typed Letter Signed: "Jack Dempsey", 1p, 5¼x6¾ attached to paper of the same size. On his personal stationery, Adelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1932 October 5. To Mr.
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ANGELO DUNDEE - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/25/1976 - HFSID 289877ANGELO DUNDEE Muhammad Ali's manager writes a letter responding to a request for a photograph saying "who the heck would want one of me" Typed Letter signed: "Angelo Dundee", 1 page, 8½x11. Miami Beach, California, 1976 March 1976. On personal letterhead to Dear Jim.
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NAT FLEISCHER - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/31/1928 - HFSID 100817NAT FLEISCHER. TLS: "Nat Fleischer", 1p, 8x10. New York, 1928 January 31.Letterhead of "The Ring/America's Foremost Boxing Magazine". To J. Austen Shay, Lebanon, Pa. Most of the first
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TOMMY LOUGHRAN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/06/1974 - HFSID 78770TOMMY LOUGHRAN. ALS: "Your Pal/Tommy Loughran", 2p, 6¼x7¼. No place, 1974 August 6. To Chas. In part: "Its (sic) been 18 mos. since I left the AC [Athletic Club]...I've been laid up with a heart condition which made it mandatory to drop all activities and just be quiet...
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TOMMY LOUGHRAN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/10/1964 - HFSID 76309TOMMY LOUGHRAN World Light Heavyweight Champion, 1927-1929. ALS: "Tommy Loughran", 1p, 5½x7¼. New York Athletic Club, New York, 1964 October 10. To "Cl & Ch". In full: "Once again, you did the nicest thing ever. We delighted ourselves in viewing the picture.
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RAY "BOOM BOOM" MANCINI - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 265059RAY "BOOM BOOM" MANCINI Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini writes a letter to a fan about a picture that was sent to him. Autograph Letter Signed: "Ray", 1p, 5½x8½. No place, no date. On his "Boom Boom & Co." letterhead to Robert. In full: "Thank you for your request. I appreciate you thinking of me.
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ARCHIE MOORE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/18/1985 - HFSID 289878ARCHIE MOORE The former World Light Heavyweight Champion sends a letter to a Mr. Wiggins saying "would you like to join me in a venture, that would help you, me and many others." Autograph Letter signed: "Archie Moore", 1 page, 8½x11. San Diego, California, 1985 December 18.
Sale Price $378.00
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ORLANDO "FATAI" PASO - AUTOGRAPH LETTER ON PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED TWICE 02/23/1965 - HFSID 137449ORLANDO "FATAI" PASO Nigerian boxer poses in boxing stances, signs name and country twice Autograph letter on photograph signed twice: "Orlando Paso/ Nigeria" in green/blue ink. B/w, 3½x5½. February 23, 1965. In full: "Tones of luck and/ best wishes to Norma Jones.
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PAT PATRICK - AUTOGRAPH LETTER ON PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED TWICE 04/27/1952 - HFSID 137448PAT PATRICK South African boxer poses in boxing stance, signs photograph twice in black ink Autograph letter on photograph signed twice: "Pat" and "Pat Patrick" in black ink. Letter written on verso of 3½x5 b/w photograph. April 27, 1952.
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FLOYD PATTERSON - AUTOGRAPH LETTER DOUBLE SIGNED CIRCA 1968 - HFSID 174481FLOYD PATTERSON Floyd Patterson writes a letter to fan from Sweden apologizing for him being late in his response. Autograph Letter Signed: "Floyd Patterson" twice on verso of 5¾x4 postcard. Ronneby, Sweden, 1968 September 10.Addressed by Patterson to Miss Stella K. Hershan, Forest Hills, New York.
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FLOYD PATTERSON - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/12/1990 - HFSID 218233FLOYD PATTERSON Floyd Patterson writes to a fan that he will gladly sign a pair of boxing gloves if they are sent with a self-addressed box or envelope to send back in. He will not charge for the signature. Autograph Letter Signed: "Floyd", 1p, 8½x11. New Paltz, New York, 1990 January 12.
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FLOYD PATTERSON - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/04/1960 - HFSID 2991FLOYD PATTERSON Boxer Floyd Patterson gives tips on how to prepare for a fight. Typed Letter Signed: "Floyd Patterson", 1p, 6x9¾. New York, 1960 November 4. To Chip O'Reilly, Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. The World Heavyweight Champion gives "a few tips on getting ready for a match".
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VINNY "PAZMANIAN DEVIL, VINNY PAZ" PAZIENZA - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 276258VINNY "PAZMANIAN DEVIL, VINNY PAZ" PAZIENZA He tells a fan he'll win a 50th fight and then retire from the ring. Autograph Letter signed: "Vinny", 1p, 5½x8½. No place, no date. On personal letterhead to "Yo John". In full: "Thanx pal.
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MAX SCHMELING - PRINTED LETTER SIGNED IN INK 10/1980 - HFSID 345208MAX SCHMELING The professional boxer and World Heavyweight Champion in 1930 signs this printed card in German, in black felt tip Printed Letter Signed In Ink: "Max Schmeling" in black felt tip. 7x4½.
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MAX SCHMELING - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 283253MAX SCHMELING Heavyweight champion Max Schmeling signed this typed letter on his personalized stationery to a fan in 1976. Accompanied by original mailing envelope. Typed letter signed "Max Schmeling". 1 page, 8¼x11½, on Scmheling's personalized stationery. Okt. 25, 1976.
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MAX SCHMELING - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/02/1975 - HFSID 157769MAX SCHMELING Max Schmeling sends New Year Wishes to a fan. Typed Letter signed: "yours/Max Schmeling" in German, 1p, 8¼x11¾. Hollenstedt (West Germany), 1975 January 2. To Mr. Buchanan. In full: "For your good wishes for the New Year, heartfelt thanks from my wife and me.
Sale Price $288.00
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MAX SCHMELING - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/20/1984 - HFSID 143821MAX SCHMELING Max Schmeilng sends a brief biography about himself to a fan. Typed Letter Signed: "Max Schmeling" in German, 1p, 8¼x11¾. Hollenstedt (Germany), 1984 August 20.Max Schmeling (1905-2005), World Heavyweight Champion from 1930-1932, writes to Mr. Laird.
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BUDD SCHULBERG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/27/1985 - HFSID 201594BUDD SCHULBERG Oscar-winning writer Budd Schulberg wrote this letter on his personalized stationery to an autograph hunter in 1985. In it, he discusses some of his current projects. Autograph letter signed "Budd Schulberg" in blue ink. 1 page, 5¼x7, on Schulberg's personalized stationery. Jan. 27, 1985.
Sale Price $180.00
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BUDD SCHULBERG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/25/1980 - HFSID 264465BUDD SCHULBERG Oscar-winning writer Budd Schulberg wrote this letter to fellow author Erika Holzer on his personalized stationery in 1980, saying that he hadn't had time to read her novel Double Crossing. ALS: "Budd Schulberg", 1p, 6¼x6¾. No place, 1980 August 25.
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