LOUIS, JOE YOUTH CLUB PIN (1947)

Joe Louis was born on May 13, 1914 in Lafayette, Alabama. On June 22, 1937 he won the World Heavyweight Title from James J. Braddock. He retired after losing to Rocky Marciano on October 26, 1951. His final record was 63-3. Joe Louis had the longest reign of any heavyweight champion spanning eleven years. His victories included Jack Sharkey, Max Baer, Max Schmeling, Billy Conn, and Jersey Joe Walcott. Offered here is an original, youth club pin from 1947 which pictures Joe Louis as a booster.
This is an original Joe Louis Youth Club pin from 1947. Bold, clear image. Clean. Pin missing from back. Not dented or scratched. 3/4" diameter. Exceedingly rare, the first we have offered.