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Jack Dempsey Signed presentation
Item Number: 5475
Jack Dempsey (June 24, 1895 May 31, 1983). He held the world heavyweight title between 1919 and 1926 and was known as "The Manassa Mauler". Dempsey was a tremendous puncher famous for his exciting fights, many of which set financial and attendance records. His colourful personality also made him popular with the fans and media. He eventually lost his title in controversial circumstances during the LONG COUNT fight with Gene Tunney in 1926. This rare one-off presentation contains a photo of Dempsey in fighting pose and is signed in ink on an album page with and inscribed "Good Luck" and dated 1975. The item originates from a private collector and recently been framed in a black surround with a double inset mount and plaque with career details, measuring in at a large and impressive 58cm x 44cm. This is a truly rare and collectable item of a boxing legend, Jack Dempsey.
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