CORBETT, JAMES J. HAND WRITTEN & SIGNED LETTER (1896-AS CHAMPION)

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HISTORY: James J. Corbett was born on September 1, 1866 in San Francisco, California. He won the World Heavyweight Title from John L. Sullivan on September 7, 1892. He retired after losing to Jim Jeffries on August 14, 1903 with a final record of 11-4-2 with 2 no contests and 7 KO's. Offered here is a hand written and signed letter by James J. Corbett dated July 20, 1896. Signed and written as champion.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an one page hand written and signed letter. Paper has some toning. Written in fountain pen. Bold signature. Has two folds. Minor edge wear. Minor spot at bottom outside of text. 8" x 10." Rare signature as world heavyweight champion.

Size: 8 x 10

Condition: very good