DEMPSEY, JACK-LUIS FIRPO SOUVENIR PIN (1923)

JO Sports Inc.

Regular price $2,500.00

HISTORY: On Friday, September 14, 1923 at the Polo Grounds in New York heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey met notable challenger Luis Firpo of Argentina with the title at stake. Both fighters were down in the fight and Dempsey survived being knocked out of the ring to come back and stop Firpo in the second round in defense of his title. One of the most exciting fights in boxing history. Offered here is a very rare, original, souvenir pin to this event.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, metallic, souvenir pin which pictures Jack Dempsey in full fight pose and which includes the fight date and venue. Bold image and print. Pin attached to the back. Some pitting on back and border. No dents. 1 1/2" x 2." Exceptionally rare, the only example we have seen.

Size: 1 1/2" x 2"

Condition: Very Good