KILBANE, JOHNNY EXHIBIT CARD (1923)

John Patrick "Johnny" Kilbane (April 9, 1889 � May 31, 1957) was a featherweight boxer in the early part of the 20th century. He held the World Featherweight title from 1912 to 1923, the longest period in the division's history. He is the second longest world title holder in boxing history behind Joe Louis. Statistical boxing website BoxRec lists Kilbane as the #2 ranked featherweight of all-time, while The Ring Magazine founder Nat Fleischer placed him at #5. The International Boxing Research Organization rates Kilbane as the 8th best featherweight ever. He was inducted into the Ring Magazine Hall of Fame in 1960 and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995. Offered here is an original 1923 exhibit card of Johnny Kilbane in full, fight pose.
This is an original 1923 Exhibit Supply Company exhibit card. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor edge wear. Minor foxing on back from age. 3 3/8" x 5 3/8."