DEMPSEY, JACK ORIGINAL MUTASCOPE POSTER (1920'S)

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Regular price $1,250.00

Jack Dempsey was born on June 24, 1895 in Manassa, Colorado. He defeated Jess Willard on July 4, 1919 to win the World Heavyweight Title and held the title until September 23, 1926 when he lost to Gene Tunney. Dempsey announced his retirement in February of 1928 with a final record of 64-6-9 with 49 KO's. Offered here is a very rare poster used to advertise the viewing of Jack Dempsey in training at a cost of 1 cent.
This is an original, cardboard poster used to advertise viewing Jack Dempsey in training in a mutascope. Circa 1920's. Not creased or torn. Bold color and print. Bold, clear image of Dempsey. Edge and corner wear with slight chipping at top right corner. Minor soiling on bottom border. 10 1/2" x 19 1/2."

Size: 10 1/2 x 19 1/2

Condition: very good